What is the flag registration of a ship?
Registering a vessel under the flag of a particular country determines the maritime legislation that will apply to the vessel.
In Spain, flag registration involves registering the vessel in the corresponding maritime registry.
When is it necessary to register a vessel under a flag?
Flagging takes place when a vessel is registered for the first time in a country or when the registration is changed from another country.
It is also common when importing boats from abroad.
Required documentation
To carry out the flag registration, it is necessary to present technical, fiscal and administrative documentation such as the CE certificate, the invoice or purchase agreement and the owner's documentation.
Flag-raising process
The process involves submitting the documentation to the maritime administration and registering the vessel under the corresponding flag.
Depending on the origin of the ship, additional procedures may be required.
Professional flag management
Due to the complexity of some procedures, many owners resort to a specialized nautical management company.
At Gestoría del Mar we offer comprehensive advice for the ship flagging in Spain.
Do you need to change your vessel's list?
At Gestoría del Mar, we advise you and manage the change of your vessel's registration list professionally and securely. Contact us and we will review your case without obligation.
