Ship License
Ship registration under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 — Indian flag, crew licensing, charter parties and statutory certifications.
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Overview
Understanding Ship License
Ship licensing in India involves registration under the Merchant Shipping Act with the Mercantile Marine Department / DG Shipping, IMO numbering, classification society certificates and operational licenses for coastal / international trade.
What We Cover
Key Highlights
Indian-flag ship registration (Provisional / Permanent)
Coasting Licence and General Trading Licence
Manning, RFC and Continuous Synopsis Record
Charter party / BIMCO contract advisory
P&I, hull and machinery insurance review
Port state control and detention defence
Our Process
How We Help You
A straightforward, transparent path from first call to resolution.
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1Eligibility
Confirm Indian-citizen / Indian-company ownership criteria under Section 21.
2
2Registration
File with Registrar (MMD), survey, classification and IMO number.
3
3Operations
Crew licensing, statutory certificates and operational permits.
FAQs
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before you begin
Generally only Indian citizens / companies satisfying ownership criteria can register under Indian flag — limited exceptions for bareboat charter-cum-demise.
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