National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Ports Rules

Chapter 2 : Vessel Movements and Related Matters

Part C : Requirements for Entering a Port

25. Signals, flags and lights

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When entering a port a vessel must display —

(a) its national colours;
(b) the flag of the Republic;
(c) if applicable, a signal indicating that a pilot is on board (international code flag "H");
(d) if free pratique has not been granted, a quarantine flag (international code flag "Q");
(e) if immigration officials are required (international code flag "I");
(f) if there are dangerous goods on board, international code flag "B" by day and a red light by night; and
(g) any other signal the Harbour Master requires.