Isle of Man yacht registration
The Isle of Man Ship Registry is a leading British Crown dependency registry with a strong reputation among superyacht owners, managers, family offices, and maritime lawyers. As a Red Ensign Group member, IOMSR applies MCA-equivalent technical standards and is well understood by class societies,…
Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR)
Registration by vessel size
Under 24m
Recreational and small commercial yachts under 24 metres LOA
Annual registration: GBP 200-550; Initial registration: GBP 350-800
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24m to 500 GT
Commercial and private yachts from 24m to 500 gross tons
Annual registration: GBP 900-2,800; LY3 survey: GBP 3,000-7,500
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500 GT to 3000 GT
Large superyachts and expedition vessels from 500 GT to 3000 GT
Annual registration: GBP 5,000-14,000; ISM + MLC audit: GBP 8,000-18,000
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Over 3000 GT
Gigayachts and largest superyachts exceeding 3000 gross tons
Annual fees: GBP 16,000-50,000+; Certification cycle: GBP 50,000-140,000+
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Key features
- British Red Ensign Group member
- IMO White List
- Strong IOM financial centre synergy
- MCA equivalent standards
- Popular with UHNW owners