Ships’ Registry
Tonnage limit for Jersey Register
The British Register in Jersey is authorised to register both pleasure and commercial vessels up to 399GT.
For the latest maritime advice and guidance, and the legislation that applies to ships in Jersey waters and elsewhere, go to the Government of Jersey’s Maritime guidance and legislation page.

Details about registering with the British Register of Ships, including the benefits full registration can offer and how to apply.

Find all the forms you need, including change of address and declaration of eligibility.

How to amend registration details, get copies of or inspect the register, transfer port or close registration.

Find out about the Jersey Red Ensign you may be eligible to fly on your ship if you register with the British Register of Ships in Jersey.

Information about the Small Ships Register, for Jersey residents only, including cost of registration and details on how to apply.

You can email the Ships’ Registry at shipsregistry@ports.je or call them on +44 (0) 1534 447728. Their office is open 9am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday and 9am to 3.30pm on Friday.