Registry: Introduction

The Isle of Man Ship Registry makes every effort to ensure that the process of registry is as simple and straightforward as possible and the Registrar and her team are available at any time to answer queries.

There are no facilities for provisional registry as it is the view of the Ship Registry that this could damage the integrity of the register. The register is highly regarded by banks and finance institutions all over the world and the Merchant Shipping (Registration) Act in the Isle of Man sets out clear priorities for mortgages following established English law so that lenders can be assured that their charge is properly recorded and secure.

Staff are available to complete registry transactions at any time of the day or night in order to match with local time at the place of completion.