Form

Application form to register a UK fishing vessel

Form to obtain a certificate of registry from the UK maritime administration.

Documents

Application to register a UK fishing vessel MSF 4740B Rev 1118

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Declaration of eligibility to register a fishing vessel MSF 4728 Rev 0819

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All sections of the form are to be completed.

Complete form MSF 4728 to register a declaration of eligibility for Part 2 of the register with the Registry of Shipping and Seamen.

The Register is a public register from which any person can obtain a transcript of entries in the Register.

Note: Every fishing vessel needs to be licenced to fish by the appropriate fisheries administration (e.g. MMO) before it may fish for profit. If you do not have a licence or licence entitlement you should consult your local fishery or port office before applying to register your vessel.

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Published 22 May 2018
Last updated 2 August 2019 + show all updates
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