Yacht registration can be a confusing process. However, at Mata & Pitti we can make the process simple and convenient. All while saving you a bit of money.

1. Yacht Registration Process
in Panama

2. Provisional Registration may be obtained 2 days
after the application. Government Taxes and
complete information about the vessel are
required. To receive a permanent registration, all
original documents must be presented within 6
months.

3. Provisional Registration Information
• Name of the vessel
• Owner’s name and address
• Previous name of the vessel
• Previous nationality
• Place of built
• Date of built
• Builders
• Number of decks, mats and
funnel
• Material of the hull
• Length, breadth and depth
• Tonnage: gross and net
• Type and number of engines
• Type and number of cylinders
• Brand and name of engine
manufacturers
• Speed of the vessel
• Horse powers
• Authority in charge of the radio (if
apply)
• Information about the radio and
equipment
• Areas of navigation (A1, A2 or A3)

4. Permanent Registration
• To receive permanent registration, you must
provide the following documents:
– Proof of ownership (Bill of Sale or Building
Certificate).
– Power of attorney on behalf our Firm for
registering the yacht (we will provide draft).
– Deletion certificate / cancellation of previous
registry (not required for new vessels).
– These documents shall be certified by a Panama
Consulate or Apostille seal.

5. Costs
• There is a $1,500 charge for Yachts. If the ship
is owned by Panamanian natural persons or a
Panama IBC, the charge is $1,000.
• Our fee is $1,300, which includes the
registration of the provisional and permanent
navigation and radio licenses, plus procedures
expenses.