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Frequently asked Questions
Please send us a contact form to get answers to more of your questions.
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Are there maritime restrictions like those in Spain and Italy?No, when you register your boat under the Polish flag, you must comply with Polish legislation and Poland does not restrict your sea distances like many other countries.
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Can you help me find the buyer for my boat?We will help you find the right buyer for your boat. Please fill out the form here and we will contact you as soon as possible:
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How can I unregister my Dutch ICP registration?Deregistration is very simple, please send us a scanned copy of your Dutch ICP to erturkgumusdag@icloud.com.The address will be notified via email/whatsapp you can send back the original ICP.
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Is it possible to register new equipment under the same MMSI number after the Polish MMSI license is issued?Yes, if the boat owner wishes to add new equipment or change the boat's address or name, they will need to follow the same process. Processing time, cost will remain the same. What type of radio operator license is acceptable? Your radio operator license must be approved and issued by the ITU, state government, or RYA.
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Can I register my boat in Poland if I don't live in Poland?Yes, you don't have to be a Polish citizen or even an EU/EEA citizen to register under the Polish flag. Due to a recent change, anyone can register a boat under the Polish flag and keep the boat under their personal name. Example: An Italian or Russian citizen can register their boat under the Polish flag and it makes no difference where the boat is located.
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What boat license is accepted in Polish waters?Concerning boat license concerns, you should contact your local authorities for this information. Poland accepts any license to operate the boat commercially (if specified in the license for commercial use) but only in Polish waters.If the boat is outside Polish waters, it will depend on the country the boat is used in.
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How long does it take to register?We can arrange your temporary registration by express service within 2-5 days or 24 hours after all mandatory documents are provided and payment. Temporary is already fully valid for your ship. Permanent registration can take up to 4 weeks.
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Could you please help me transfer the boat?We can help you ship your yacht. We cover the 20 best sailing areas and more. We need a little information to get you a full quote, please fill out the form here.
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Can I still get insurance for my boat under the Polish flag?Yes, most major boat insurance companies cover Polish flagged vessels. We work with several major insurance companies and can help you get low cost insurance for your boat. Simply click on the order form for which you do not want any liability offers for your vessel.
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Can I become a Polish Yacht Flag dealer?Poland Yacht Registration is always looking for new dealers to work with, please contact us by filling out the contact form here:
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Does my boat need a CE certificate/CE plate to register in Poland?No CE certificate or CE plate required if your boat was built before June 16, 1998.
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If I'm under the Polish flag, is my captain's license from another country valid?Yes, your UK RYA, Spanish, French, Italian and other licenses are valid when you register under the Polish flag while dealing with Polish legislation.
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Do I need any inspection for my Polish registered commercial yacht?We take care of your commercial registration certificate. After receiving the registration certificate from us, you need to contact one of the following recognized organizations who can conduct a mandatory survey after registration. You can contact a well-known organization that can perform the mandatory survey/security card
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Do I need to go through any inspections or surveys?No, Polish registration does not require any survey if your ship is less than 24 meters long.
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Can I use a UK MMSI number on my yacht registered in Poland?No, this is not permitted by the UK OfCom and the Polish authorities. All ships registered in Poland must have a Polish Ship Radio License to use VHF/DSC and other radio equipment.Is it possible to register new equipment under the same MMSI number after the Polish MMSI license is issued?Can you help me find the buyer for my boat?
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Can I get a Polish Radio Station License for my portable VHF radio?You can register the following devices: radio vhf + optional: radar, epirb, transponder and radar. Portable devices such as a portable VHF radio cannot be registered in Poland, as the Polish authorities do not require an MMSI license for portable devices.
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Can I register my Jet Ski with the Polish flag?Yes, you can register for the same price and get the same services
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Can I register my homemade boat to hang the Polish flag?Yes you can.
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What kind of license do I need for my boat?Boats up to 7.5 meters - No license Boats from 7.5 meters to 12 meters - Sailing license Boats from 12 meters to 18 meters - Yacht captain's license Boats over 18 meters - Captain's license
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Is the translation included in your fee?Yes, our price includes all Polish translations, if you have an ICP registration we will cancel it for you free of charge.
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