Vessel Registration Services
Professional vessel registration services with 24/7 support and global offices to ensure your maritime operations meet international standards
Global Support Network
Our registration services operate around the clock with offices worldwide, ensuring your vessel registration needs are met efficiently regardless of your location or time zone.
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Technical Registration Support
Accepted Vessel Types
Newbuilding
Vessels under construction or newly completed
Under Construction
Vessels currently being built
Laid Up
Vessels temporarily out of service
Transferring Ships
Vessels changing registry or ownership
Provisional Registration
Temporary registration for immediate vessel operation
Required Documents
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Bill of Sale
Proof of vessel ownership transfer
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Builder's Certificate
Certificate from vessel construction yard
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Application Forms
Completed HISR registration application
Important Note
Provisional registration allows immediate vessel operation while permanent registration is being processed.
Permanent Registration
Complete registration with full documentation
Complete permanent registration process typically completed within 90 days of receiving all required documentation.
Required Documentation
- Complete vessel survey reports
- Classification society certificates
- Tonnage measurement certificate
- Safety equipment certificates
- Radio station license
- Insurance documentation
Processing Information
Our team will guide you through each step of the permanent registration process to ensure compliance with all requirements.
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Contact our registration department for personalized assistance with your vessel registration needs. Our experienced team is ready to guide you through the process.
Detailed Registration Requirements
Complete documentation requirements for both provisional and permanent registration
Requirements for Provisional Registration
Note: All Provisional Certificates issued to a vessel have validity of three (3) months. Upon satisfactory completion, the vessel will be issued with a Provisional Certificate of Registry, Provisional Ship Station License and Provisional Minimum Safe Manning Certificate.
Required Documents:
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Copy of Bill of Sale duly Notarized
Proof of vessel ownership transfer
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Letter of Confirmation
Official confirmation letter
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Copy of Builder's Certificate
For New Build vessels only
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Copy of Court Decision
If vessel was bought by auction court order
Additional Requirements:
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Application for Registration
With Authorization Letter if not applied by owner
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Incorporation Documents
For applications by a company
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Copy of Passport
For applications by individuals
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Previous Certificates
International Tonnage & Registration Certificates
Requirements for Permanent Registration
Timeline: The following documentation should be submitted within 90 days from the date of first Provisional Registration for the Permanent Registration of ships under Haiti flag and the issuance of Permanent Certificates.
Primary Documents:
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Original Notarized Bill of Sale
Or original notarized Builder's Certificate
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Original Deletion Certificate
From the previous registry
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Copy of Deletion CSR
If applicable
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Original Application Form
Duly signed by owner/Manager or authorized applicant
Certificates & Documentation:
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Valid Statutory and Class Certificates
Issued by IMSAG Recognized Organization (ISM, ISPS if applicable)
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Updated Crew List
And copies of Seafarers COEs including Certificate of Endorsement
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Radio Equipment Details (RAA)
Equipment Description and Frequencies, if applicable
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Additional Certificates
LRIT Certificate, BCC (1000 GT+), CLC for Oil Tankers, DMLC