Private Watercraft Registration under the Water Skiing & Mot

Private Watercraft Registration under the Water Skiing & Motor Boat Control Act 1970 (New & Renewal)

To enable customers to apply and pay online to register a private watercraft.

Eligibility

Individuals that own a watercraft in The Bahamas for private use, and individuals seeking to own a watercraft in The Bahamas for private use.

Process

Click the Private Watercraft 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

Application Form(s)

Private Watercraft Application Form

Supporting Documents

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

Turn-around time

For new applications: Up to 2 weeks
For renewal applications: 3-7 business days

Deadline

There are no deadlines associated with this service.

Related Fee(s)

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

For more information please contact

Department: Port Department (Nassau)
Address: Prince George Wharf, P.O. Box N-8175, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
Tel: +1 242 322 8832
Email: portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays

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