Incentives to Register Your Sea Vessel in Vanuatu

• Vanuatu proudly states that their flag is received positively on a global level
• The Registry is available to everyone worldwide and is easily accessible to them
• Advanced online registry management system
• Registry personnel are available whenever needed, 7 days per week, 24 hours each day
• Every aspect of vessel registration is handled via the central Registry office in New York City
• The non-statutory general maritime law of the United States of America is adopted as the general maritime law in respect of all vessels registered in Vanuatu.
• The Registry is contracted with a vast number of major shipping classification organizations
• The preferred ship mortgage sections of the Act have been reviewed and accepted by major law firms and banks worldwide
• Vanuatu is a member of IMO and has acceded to all the major conventions, including MARPOL, SOLAS, STCW, Load Line Convention, Collision Prevention Regulations, etc.
• VLAS proudly touts its fleet safety record. It assists all clients in furthering these efforts through management of vessel owners and their compliance and a terrific inspection program
• All registration fees and annual costs in Vanuatu are amongst the most competitive in the world. Additionally, discounts are offered to fleet owners
• The Maritime Act has no restrictions on crew nationality, and offers the most flexible crewing requirements, consistent with safety
• Vanuatu has an expansive network of independent inspectors and special agents in a variety of countries, enabling localized services to take place
• Not only are Registry fees affordable, but registration periods are time-sensitive
• Registering a ship or yacht in Vanuatu gives you reasons to visit this breathtaking country many times