It is a requirement of The Government of The Bahamas that all Bahamian registered vessels be inspected annually.  


Eligibility 

All Bahamian registered vessels.

Process 
  1. The Port Department prepares an inspection schedule of all registered vessels
  2. The Port reserves the right to conduct this inspection at any time without notice
  3. Once the inspection is completed a copy of the report is given to the captain.  
  4. The report may indicate areas for improvement.  
  5. The captain is obligated to address the issues highlighted within the stipulated timeframe.  
Application Form(s) 
Supporting Documents 
  • Vessel documentation
Turn-around time 
The Port Department conducts all inspections based on the annual schedule.
Deadline 
The captain is obligated to address the issues highlighted within the stipulated timeframe.
Related Fee(s) 

There are no fees associated with this service.

For more information please contact 

New Providence Offices

East Bay Street Shopping Plaza
P.O. Box N-8175
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel.  (242) 302-0200
Fax. (242) 322-5545
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Dock Master’s Office
Potter’s Cay
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel.  (242) 393-1064
Fax. (242) 394-1240
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Grand Bahama Office

P.O. Box F 2044
Freeport, Grand Bahama
The Bahamas
Tel.  (242) 352-9163
Fax. (242) 351-4538
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Abaco Office

P.O. Box Ab 20922
Marsh Harbour, Abaco
The Bahamas
Tel: (242) 367-0038
Fax: (242) 367-0041
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

 
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Agency Contact Info
 
Port Department
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

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