Registry: Procedure for change of ownership

The procedure is straightforward. However, should you require any assistance please call the Isle of Man Ship Registry on 01624 688500.

The owner or representative should:

• Provide an original Bill of Sale (REG11)
• In the case of Company ownership:
  • Provide a Certificate of Incorporation
  • Appoint authorised officer(s) (REG3)
• Complete a Declaration of Ownership as appropriate:
  • Declaration of Ownership On Behalf of a Body Corporate (REG 4)
  • Declaration of Ownership by a Transferee, Individual or Joint Owner (REG 5)
  • Declaration of Ownership on Behalf of a Limited Partnership (REG 14)
• Appoint an approved ship manager or establish its own office in the Isle of Man having responsibility for the ship (REG6)
• Pay fees
• Advise on the whereabouts of the vessel in order that arrangements can be made to have the Certificate of Registry amended

N.B. Any documents executed outside the United Kingdom must be notarised.