Frequently Asked Questions

Provisional registration under the Malta flag can typically be obtained within 24–48 hours; permanent registration follows once the statutory surveys and documentation are complete.

Yes. Vessels are usually registered through a Maltese owning company, which we set up. There are no restrictions on the nationality of the owner or the crew.

Provisional registration is granted quickly and lets the vessel fly the Malta flag straight away. Permanent registration is issued once tonnage measurement, the statutory surveys and the full document file are complete.

The Commercial Yacht Code (CYC) applies to commercial yachts; the Small Commercial Yacht Code (sCYC) applies to commercial yachts under 24 metres in load line length.

No. Company formation, registration, VAT and compliance can all be handled remotely.

Yes. We arrange commercial CYC or sCYC certification and charter VAT so you can charter legally in Malta and the Mediterranean.

Yes. We manage deletion from the current registry, Malta registration, and the transfer of any existing mortgage, with minimal downtime.

Cost depends on the vessel, the regime and whether an owning company is needed. We quote in writing before any work starts — there is no charge for the initial assessment.