Frequently Asked Questions

Any boat owner or legal entity can apply for registration of a vessel under the flag of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, regardless of their nationality or location. The St. Vincent and the Grenadines ship registry is an open registry, which means that boats from any part of the world can be registered under its flag.

To register a boat under the flag of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, you will need to provide the following:

• Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
• Copy of owner’s Passport/ID
• Vessel documentation (If your vessel has been registered previously, you will need to provide copies of its previous registration documents. This includes previous registration certificates, deletion certificates, and any other documents that show the vessel's history.)
• Proof of compliance (You will need to provide proof that your vessel complies with international maritime regulations, including SOLAS and IMO standards. This may include documentation related to safety equipment, navigational equipment, and other requirements.)
• Authorized agent (You will need to appoint an authorized agent who is based in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and who can act on your behalf in relation to the registration process)

All registration documents that are submitted to the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration must be in English. If the documents are in different language, we can help you with sworn translations.

We can provide you the provisional document in 5-7 business days.

Yes, once you have submitted all the required documents and met all the necessary requirements for registration, the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration will issue a provisional certificate of registration. This certificate allows you to operate your vessel legally while the final registration is being processed.

The registration certificate issued by the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration is a paper document, like a card format, but typically in a larger size.

The initial St. Vincent and the Grenadines boat registration is valid for a period of one year from the date of issue. After the first year, the registration must be renewed annually to maintain its validity.

The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Maritime Administration requires vessels to undergo a safety inspection as part of the registration process. This inspection is conducted by an authorized surveyor, who will assess the vessel's compliance with international safety standards and issue a safety certificate upon completion.

You are required to fly the flag of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Yes, it is possible to register a jet ski with St. Vincent and the Grenadines flag.

Yes, we accept all payment methods.

To apply for an MMSI license, you will need to submit the following documentation:

• Proof of vessel ownership/Bill of sale
• Vessel documentation: You will need to provide documentation related to your vessel, such as the vessel's name, type, length, weight, and other technical specifications
• Radio station license

To change the owner on the St. Vincent and the Grenadines boat registration, you will need to submit the following documents:

• A copy of owner’s passport/ID
• Bill of sale/Proof of ownership
• Original registration certificate

To cancel your current St. Vincent and the Grenadines boat registration, you need to provide:

• Return the original registration certificate
• Provide proof of ownership transfer
• Pay any outstanding fees