dominica.gov.dm Register Small Vessels

Organization : Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica.
Facility/ Service Name : Register Small Vessels
Country : Dominica
Website : http://dominica.gov.dm/services/maritime-services/115-how-do-i-register-small-vessels

Dominica Register Small Vessels

Kindly follow the below steps to register for Small Vessels

Related / Similar Service : Apply for a Passport Dominica

Who May Register?

** A vessel owned by a citizen of the Commonwealth of Dominica
** A vessel owned by a citizen of another CARICOM State

** A vessel which is not required to be classified by a Recognized Classification Society under the provisions of the International Maritime Regulations.

Documents Required

For Small Commercial Vessels, Less than 24 meters in length :
** Application for Official Number, Call Sign and Registration of Vessel
** Proof of Authority of Agent or Officer executing registration documents
** Proof of Ownership, Bill of Sale or Builders Certificate

** Consent of Government of present Registry to transfer as applicable
** Agent in country of registration/Home Port
** If new to the Registry an initial inspection is required against standards set by the Small Commercial Vessels (SCV) Code

** Marine Safety Officer or Officer in charge of approval of vessel for registration
** Minimum Safe Manning Certificate

** All fees payable before the issuance of certification
** Certificate of Inspection
** Proof of a satisfactory liability insurance coverage approved by the Administration

For vessels under 500 GT and 24 metres and more in length :
** Application for Official Number, Call Sign and registration of vessel
** Proof of Authority of Agent or Officer executing registration documents
** Proof of Ownership, Bill of Sale or Builder’s Certificate

** Proof of satisfactory liability insurance coverage approved by the Maritime Administration
** Consent of Government of present Registry to transfer if applicable
** Mortgage Recordation if applicable

** Minimum Safe Manning Certificate
** Marine safety Officer or officer in charge of approval of vessel for registration

** If new to Registry a complete initial survey is required re Standards in Code of Safety for Caribbean Cargo Ships (CCSS Code)
** Agent to be established in country of registration/Homeport

For Yacht Registration, Application for Official Number, Call Sign and Registration of Vessel :
** Proof of ownership, Bill of Sale/Builder’s Certificate
** Consent of Government of present Registry to Transfer as applicable

** Marine Safety Officer or Officer in Charge of approval of vessel for registration
** Proof of satisfactory liability insurance coverage approved by the Administration

** Proof of Authority of Agent or Officer executing Registration Documents
** If new to the Registry a complete initial inspection/survey is required to meet standards set out by the Codes

** Mortgage Recordation if applicable
** Minimum Safe Manning Certificate if applicable
** All fees payable before the issuance of certificate.

Reasons To Have Your Ships Flagged By Dominica

Commitment to Quality :
** Dominica is known as the “Nature Island of the Dominica”, and its commitment to protect and honor the environment is reflected in its national motto, “After God, the Earth.”

** Shipping is an honorable profession, and a flag state has a vital and pivotal role in the partnership between the key players in the enterprise.

** Only eight classification societies including: DNV, ABS, LR, NK GL — will perform statutory inspections, reinforcing the registry’s commitment to quality.

** Quality, safety, and environmental responsibility represent good business for an owner and are the foundation of the registry.
** The Registry has the most advanced and automated electronic vessel registry system in the world. It is fully auditable.

** The Registry is backed by a government that is a democracy, is at peace, is environmentally responsible, is directly impacted by maritime trade, and whose legal structure is based on English law.

Laws :
** The Dominica International Maritime Act 2000 is patterned after the most progressive, yet responsible international maritime laws.

STCW’95 :
** Dominica’s unique maritime personnel assessment and advancement program will enhance employee retention and provide overall training cost savings.

** Your fellow ship owners are part of an elite group of owners/operators dedicated to quality operation of ships.

ISM :
** The International Ship Management Code is an essential element in assuring the maintenance of quality standards for the Flag.

Representation and Customer Service :
** You will have unparalleled representation at IMO and other international forums.
** You will receive timely service, responses to your inquiries, and mortgage recordation according to your schedule.

** Customer service is the byword of the registry.
** Dominica Maritime Registry, Inc. (DMRI) is the first Registry to become a member of the International Council of Cruise Lines.
** The Management Team is the First Team.

Partnership :
** Quality is a team effort – we will be on your team.

Contact

For more information, contact
Maritime Unit
Ministry of Public Works, Energy and Ports
3rd Floor, Government Headquarters
Kennedy Avenue
Roseau
Commonwealth of Dominica
Telephone : (767) 266 3072
Fax : (767) 448 4807
E-mail : maritimeunit [AT] dominica.gov.dm