A vessel is first provisionally registered before it is transferred to the permanent register.
No additional fees are charged for the transfer from Provisional status to Permanent status except for adjustment in the fees due to differences in the final tonnage figures.
The provisional Certificate is valid for a maximum period of 6 months and may be extended upon application.
Provisional Registration
Documents To be Submitted:
Application Form K1
Declaration of Ownership Form K2
Accounting Authority Appointment Letter
Certificates To be Submitted:
Bill of Sale (BOS) or Builder's Certificate (for new vessels)
Existing Certificate of Registry
Existing International Tonnage Certificate
Existing SOLAS Certificates where applicable
Existing MARPOL Certificates where applicable
Existing Load Line Certificate
Proof of 3rd party liability insurance coverage
The following certificates will be issued upon confirmation that application is in order and receipt of payment: