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Small Ships Register (SSR) 

The Small Ships Register (SSR) is an inexpensive and simple method to show where your ship is registered when you enter international waters or foreign ports. The SSR is only applicable to Jersey residents.

Why register with the SSR?

If you wish to travel abroad with your vessel, it needs to be registered with the SSR or have full registration with the British Register of Ships in Jersey.

Registration with the SSR costs less than full registration but it does not provide proof of ownership and a marine mortgage cannot be recorded. If you require this, you should apply for full registration.

Is my vessel eligible?

Your vessel is eligible to be registered with the SSR if:

• you are resident in Jersey, and
• the vessel is owned by an individual or individuals, not a company, and 
• the ship is under 24 metres (79 feet) in length

How long is registration valid for?

The Certificate of Registry is valid for 5 years if no details change during this period. If any details change, registration is terminated immediately.

The registration number allocated is unique to the vessel and cannot be transferred to another craft.

Cost of registration

How do I register? (Jersey residents only)

You need to fill out an application form and send it to the British Register of Ships in Jersey. 

You will also need to register at the Marine Leisure Centre as part of local registration with Jersey Harbours.

Download Small Ships Register application form (size 95kb)
Download Small Ships Register guidance notes (size 156kb)

How do I renew my registration?

To renew your registration, please fill out the application form below and send it to the British Register of Ships in Jersey.

Download Small Ships Register renewal application form (size 84kb)