Reporting a change in the Canadian Register of Vessels: Vessel name or port of registry

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

  1. Complete the Form 13—Application for Change of Name of vessel and/or Transfer of Port of Registry [PDF, 912 KB]
  2. 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

  1. Choose a port from our list of ports of registry
  2. Complete Form 13—Application for Change of Name of vessel and/or Transfer of Port of Registry [PDF, 912 KB]
  3. Submit and pay

How long it may take to process your request

View the Vessel Registry service standards