Boat Registration Change of Ownership - Change of address
How can I make a change of ownership for the boat registration?
A change of ownership must be sent in writing to the Registrar at your ship's port of registry, and must include the following documents:
- Original Bill of Sale PDF to be completed by the seller;
- Statement of qualification for vessel registration [PDF Version] to be completed by the purchaser;
- Appointment of an Authorized Representative [PDF Version] (if applicable);
- Payment of the appropriate fee. Please refer to the Vessels Registry Fees Tariff for information on the costs associated with a change of ownership.
How can I do a change of address for my boat registration?
A change of address must be sent in writing (via e-mail, mail or facsimile) to the Registrar at your ship's Port of Registry and should include the following information:
- name of vessel
- official number
- port of registry
- owner's name
There is no fee for a change of address.
if your address changes, you must contact us to update your information. Otherwise your registration may be suspended or canceled.
Here is the North American toll-free telephone number: 1-877-242-8770.
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