Flag Cayman

Flagging into Cayman involves the following series of activities; the applicability of each activity depends upon the type of vessel registration being performed.

Qualifying Vessel. Establishing whether the vessel name is available and qualifies for registration with Cayman. Where applicable, determining whether the vessel itself qualifies based on its safety record (a less onerous regime is used for pleasure yachts in private use but a declaration that the yacht is not to be engaged, is also required).

Qualifying Ownership. Establishing whether the owner is bona-fide and qualifies to own a Cayman-flagged vessel. Determining whether this owner has legal title and that there are no pre-existing conditions prohibiting the vessel being registered with Cayman.

Agents. An owner may act in registration matters on his own behalf or may appoint an authorised person to do so. If the owner (individual or body corporate) is not resident on-island then a resident representative person must also be appointed by the owner.

Documentation. Forms and supporting documentation. Some aspects of this process will vary dependent on the vessel’s type, size and its proposed use.

Carving and Marking. All vessels registered under Cayman are required to be marked with its Port of Registry, Official Number and Net Tonnage (for vessels 24 metres and over) or Register Tonnage (for vessels under 24 metres) within 21 days of the issue date of the vessel’s Certificate of Registry.