Frequently Asked Questions

According to the Gibraltar Maritime Administration, any person or company of any nationality can apply to register a vessel in Gibraltar.

• Copy of Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
• Copy of owner’s passport/ID
• Proof of address (Such as a utility bill or bank statement)
• Proof of insurance (including third-party liability coverage)
• VAT status: (If applicable)
• Survey report from an approved surveyor if your boat is over a certain size or age.
• Previous registration document (If applicable)

All official documents and forms related to boat registration are typically required to be in English.

If your boat registration documents are in a language other than English, you may need to have them translated by a professional translator. (We can take care of the sworn translation for you)

We will have your provisional registration done in 1 day and it will be legal to use already.

Yes.

Yes, a paper copy of the boat registration certificate is available for boats registered with Gibraltar registration.

Gibraltar boat registration is valid for one year from the date of registration.

The need for an inspection of your boat as part of the registration process with Gibraltar registration will depend on various factors, such as the age, size, and type of the vessel, as well as the specific requirements of the jurisdiction.

In general, boats that are new or have been recently built may not require an inspection, if they meet all the applicable safety and technical standards. However, older vessels or those that have undergone significant modifications or repairs may need to undergo an inspection to ensure compliance with the relevant regulations.

If a yacht is registered with Gibraltar registration, it is required to fly the flag of Gibraltar as its national flag.

Yes, we can.

Yes, we do accept all forms of payment.

To apply for an MMSI in Gibraltar, you will need to provide the following documents:

• Copy of owner’s passport/ID
• Copy of Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
• Radio Station License
• Proof of Competency

Yes, you need to provide us the following documents:

• Copy of Bill of sale/Proof of ownership (The bill of sale should include the names and addresses of both the buyer and seller, the vessel's identifying information (such as the hull identification number), and the purchase price.)
• Copy of owner’s passport/ID
• Copy of seller’s passport/ID
• Title Certificate
• Registration document
• Proof of Insurance

Please provide us the following documents:

• Return the Registration Certificate
• Original title certificate or bill of sale.
• Proof of Insurance