If you wish to change the vessel’s name or port of registry, you must send us your request so we can update the registry.
Vessel name change
Fee: $250
- Complete the Form 13—Application for Change of Name of vessel and/or Transfer of Port of Registry [PDF, 912 KB]
- Submit and pay
What to consider when choosing a name
How long it may take to process your request
View the Vessel Registry service standards
Port of registry change
Fee: $150
- Choose a port from our list of ports of registry
- Complete Form 13—Application for Change of Name of vessel and/or Transfer of Port of Registry [PDF, 912 KB]
- Submit and pay