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Tiger... there are two easy places to check into BVI from St. John...One is Sopers Hole on the west end of Tortola which has spectacular sunsets, and a nice Pussers bar and restaurant to enjoy sipping a Painkiller (you have to try one!!) while the sun goes down. This is also where one of the Ample Hampers is. I would opt for here if I were leaving St. John in the PM and looking to check into the BVI's around mid afternoon.
The other easy place is Jost VanDyke which is a wonderful little island with good swimming and a couple of harbors and several nice bars and restaurants. (Try Sidney's Peace and Love or Harris' Place for a great lobster dinner!) Excellent choice for a lace to arrive in the AM...enjoy the beaches and a quiet anchorage at night.
For customs...bring boat papers and passports...Dress neatly and act respectfully and customs will be a piece of cake and you'll get a wonderful certificate for suitable for framing as well!

Customs is also available in Road Town and Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor depending on your cruising plans but I have given you the two closest to St. John.