Flag certificates

The Flag Certificate is an official document proving that a sea-going vessel is entitled to fly the German flag. The validity of the document is eight years, and renewal is possible. A fee of € 40 is charged.

The following documents are required when applying for a Flag Certificate:

1. Application
   
2. Identity card or passport, either originals or officially certified copies of pages 1 and 2, and 2 - 5, respectively.
   
3. Purchase contract, original or officially certified copy.
   
4. Confirmation of complete payment (original or officially certified copy), or original receipt or bank statement.
   
5. Technical data:
   • brochure (copy)
   • construction drawing (copy)
   • Boat Certificate from the manufacturer,
   • or (as an exception), confirmation by third party of the following data: hull length, breadth, weight (displacement), boat type, shipyard (and location), yard number, engine data and number
6. 2 photographs of the ship: one showing its full length, and another one documenting that the ship's name and port of registry are firmly affixed to the ship and are fully visible.
   

If available:


7. Copy of page 1 of the radio licence.
   
8. Copy of the document confirming issue of an official registration number.
   
9. Joint-ownership contract (original) or officially certified copy including proof of the owners' personal data (cf. 2).