FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR VESSEL REGISTRATION
We understand that the registration process for vessels can be confusing, which is why we always make an effort to answer your questions and address your doubts. Here we answer some frequently asked questions about Transport Canada boat registration so that you can move forward without issue.
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How Do I Prove Ownership of My Vessel?
If the vessel was built in Canada, you can attach the form for a Builder’s Certificate for First Title in Canada and, if applicable, all the Bills of Sale that led to you owning the vessel.
If the vessel was built in a foreign country but never previously owned, a Builder’s Certificate from that foreign country will suffice.
If the vessel was built in a foreign country but never previously owned, a Builder’s Certificate from that foreign country will suffice.
What Are the Vessel Name and Hailing Port Marking Requirements?
Vessel name and Port of Registry vessel marking requirements differ depending on where your vessel is registered.
How Do I Mark My Vessel?
Pleasure Craft Markings
If you have a pleasure craft, then the name of the vessel and its port of registry should be in readable letters of the Latin alphabet and Roman/Arabic numerals that are at least 10 cm/4 inches high. The name of the vessel and the port of registry should be on the exterior of the vessel’s hull.
If you have a pleasure craft, then the name of the vessel and its port of registry should be in readable letters of the Latin alphabet and Roman/Arabic numerals that are at least 10 cm/4 inches high. The name of the vessel and the port of registry should be on the exterior of the vessel’s hull.
How Do I Change the Name or Port of Registry of My Vessel?
Vessel owners can use the form on our site to facilitate a change of vessel name and/or port of registry.
Vessel owners can change their vessel’s name or port of registry at any time. Note: this form is the only one that can be used for this, as you cannot change your vessel’s name/port of registry on the renewal form, the replacement one, or any other.
Vessel owners can change their vessel’s name or port of registry at any time. Note: this form is the only one that can be used for this, as you cannot change your vessel’s name/port of registry on the renewal form, the replacement one, or any other.
Where Can I Get Forms for Documentation?
Transport Canada Forms Are Available Here at Our Site
Interested parties can find a wide range of Canadian vessel documentation forms right here at our site.
Forms are available for initial boat documentation, renewing it, applying for a transcript for research, and more. These are available for the general/”Large” Vessel Register as well as the Small Vessel Register, too. Vessel owners can also find the forms for pleasure craft licensing as well.
Interested parties can find a wide range of Canadian vessel documentation forms right here at our site.
Forms are available for initial boat documentation, renewing it, applying for a transcript for research, and more. These are available for the general/”Large” Vessel Register as well as the Small Vessel Register, too. Vessel owners can also find the forms for pleasure craft licensing as well.