Questions ?
To enable customers to apply and pay online to register a private vessel in the Bahamas.
Individuals that own a vessel in The Bahamas for private use, and individuals seeking to own a vessel in The Bahamas for private use.
- Click the Private Vessel Application form link found in the Application Form(s) section of this page.
- Complete and submit the application form with the supporting documents listed in the Supporting Documents section.
- Follow email instructions on how to pay online using DigiPay platform.
- Contact Port Office at 322-8832 or portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs for all inquiries
Private Vessel Application Form
New:
- Owner’s Valid Identification
- Proof of Vessel Ownership
Renewal:
- Owner’s Valid Identification
- Copy of previous Certificate of Registration
Transfer:
- Transferee’s Valid Identification
- Proof of Vessel Ownership
- Copy of previous Certificate of Registration
Item |
Vessel length fee |
Less than 15 feet |
$10.00 |
15 feet or more but less than 30 feet |
$20.00 |
30 feet or more but less than 50 feet |
$100.00 |
50 feet or more but less than 100 feet |
$200.00 |
100 feet or more |
$400.00 |
Port Department (Nassau)
Prince George Wharf
P.O. Box N-8175
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 322-8832
E-mail: portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs
Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays.
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Agency Contact Info
East Bay Street Shopping Plaza
P. O. Box N 8175
Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas
portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs
Phone: Nassau Office :(242)302-0200
Abaco Office :(242)367-0041
Freeport Office :(242)352-9167
Fax:
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