Register your vessel under the Panama flag — the world's largest ship registry by tonnage. Complete registration service in English.
The Panama registry is the world's largest by tonnage, with over 8,000 registered vessels. It offers internationally recognized status, competitive fees and a flexible, well-tested legal framework.
We handle the complete registration process from document review through AMP filing and certificate issuance, including ship-owning company formation when required.
Deep insight into Panama's tax authority processes.
Master in Public Administration — law, economics and policy.
You always deal directly with the attorney handling your case.
Licensed attorney in the Republic of Panama.
"The Panama flag is not just a flag of convenience — it's the world's most recognized maritime legal framework, with decades of international court and port state acceptance."
— Lic. José Manuel Góndola Escudero · Idoneidad No. 17,005Fast-track provisional registration while full documentation is being finalized.
Full permanent registration with complete documentation and AMP approval.
Formation of Panama SA as registered owner with maritime corporate structure.
Simultaneous registration of naval mortgage with the vessel registration.
Panama certificate of registry issued — the vessel's primary identity document.
ISM, ISPS and MLC compliance support for Panama-flagged vessels.
We review vessel documentation: title, prior registration, class certificates and flag state approvals.
Formation of Panama SA ship-owning company if required for the structure.
Complete filing with the Autoridad Marítima de Panamá with all required documents.
Registration certificate issued. Vessel operates under Panama flag.
Registration of 35,000 DWT general cargo vessel transferred from another flag to Panama.
Registration of 45-meter private motor yacht under Panama flag with SA owning company.
Simultaneous registration of 3 fishing vessels under Panama flag for regional fishing company.
Provisional registration: 5–10 business days. Permanent registration follows within the statutory period after full documentation is submitted.
Certificate of ownership, prior deregistration certificate (if transferring from another flag), class certificate, measurement certificate and tonnage certificate.
Yes. Panama registers all commercial vessel types: cargo, tankers, bulk carriers, passenger vessels, fishing vessels, tugboats and private yachts.
No. The entire registration process can be completed by a Panama attorney with power of attorney. No physical presence in Panama is required.
Annual fees depend on vessel type and gross tonnage. We provide a complete fee schedule before engagement.
Confidential consultation. We assess your vessel and provide a complete registration roadmap and cost schedule.