British Isles / Crown Dependency

Jersey yacht registration

Jersey Registry - Jersey Customs & Immigration Service

Jersey is a British Crown dependency and part of the British Red Ensign Group, giving Jersey-flagged yachts a familiar technical and legal framework without being part of the United Kingdom or the European Union for customs purposes. For yacht owners, that status can be useful after Brexit: the flag...

Registration by vessel size

Under 24m

Recreational and small commercial yachts under 24 metres LOA

2-3 weeks

Annual registration: GBP 250-600; Initial registration: GBP 400-900

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24m to 500 GT

Commercial and private yachts from 24m to 500 gross tons

3-4 weeks

Annual registration: GBP 800-2,500; LY3 survey: GBP 3,000-7,000

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500 GT to 3000 GT

Large superyachts and expedition vessels from 500 GT to 3000 GT

4-6 weeks

Annual registration: GBP 4,000-12,000; ISM + MLC audit: GBP 7,000-15,000

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Over 3000 GT

Gigayachts and largest superyachts exceeding 3000 gross tons

6-10 weeks

Annual fees: GBP 14,000-45,000+; Full certification: GBP 45,000-120,000+

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Key features

  • British Red Ensign Group
  • Post-Brexit Crown dependency status
  • No EU VAT on registration
  • MCA standards
  • Attractive for British owners post-Brexit