Frequently Asked Questions

The boat owner or their authorized representative must be a Turkish citizen or have a residence permit in Turkey. If the owner is a foreign citizen who does not have a residence permit, they may need to appoint a representative in Turkey to handle the registration process on their behalf.

• Original bill of sale or builder’s certificate
• Proof of ownership of the boat
• Nationality certificate of the boat owner
• Passport or identity card of the boat owner
• Power of attorney, if someone else is applying on behalf of the owner
• Customs declaration (if the boat is imported)
• Turkish transit log (if the boat is foreign-flagged)
• TPI (Turkish Port Inventory) number
• CE conformity certificate or equivalent document (for boats built after June 16, 1998)
• Tax number (for Turkish citizens or foreigners with residence permits in Turkey)

Yes, you can register a boat in Turkey as a commercial or bareboat charter vessel.

According to Turkish law, the boat registration documents must be in Turkish or a translation of the documents into Turkish must be provided. If the original documents are not in Turkish, they must be translated by an official translator. (We can help you with sworn translations)

We can provide you the provisional registration within 5-7 working days.

Yes, once your boat registration application is approved by the Turkish authorities, you will receive a provisional registration document, which is valid for six months. This provisional registration document allows you to operate your boat in Turkish waters while you wait for the original registration document to be processed and issued.

The registration certificate is usually a paper document that includes the boat's details and registration number.

Recreational boats are registered for one year, while commercial boats are registered for three years.

In Turkey, boats that are used for commercial purposes, such as fishing or transportation, may be subject to inspections by the Turkish Coast Guard or other regulatory authorities. The inspections are typically done to ensure that the boat meets certain safety and environmental standards and to verify that all required documentation, such as insurance and permits, are in order.

Recreational boats, on the other hand, are generally not subject to mandatory inspections. However, it's still important to ensure that the boat is in good working order and that all safety equipment is up to date and functioning properly. This includes items such as life jackets, fire extinguishers, and navigation lights.

If your yacht is registered in Turkey, the flag that is permissible to fly on your yacht is the Turkish flag.

Yes, it's possible to register a jet ski in Turkey. Jet skis are classified as personal watercraft (PWC) and are subject to the same registration requirements as other boats operating in Turkish waters

To apply for a Turkish MMSI license, you will need to provide the following documents:

• A copy of the boat registration certificate
• A copy of the boat's radio license or station license
• A copy of the applicant's ID or passport
• A power of attorney or authorization letter, if the application is being submitted by an authorized representative

To change the owner on the current boat registration in Turkey, you will need to provide the following documents:

• A copy of the new owner's ID or passport
• A notarized bill of sale or a copy of the purchase contract
• The original boat registration certificate

To cancel the boat registration in Turkey, you will need to provide the following documents:

• A notarized bill of sale or a copy of the purchase contract
• The original boat registration certificate

It's important to note that if you are selling or disposing of the boat, you should transfer the ownership to the new owner before canceling the registration. If the boat is still registered in your name, you may be liable for any fines or penalties associated with the boat's use or operation.

Yes, we take all forms of payment.