Maritime Services
PANAMA: A GLOBAL MARITIME LEADER
Panama continues to be a driving force in the global maritime industry, strengthening key partnerships with International Maritime Organization (IMO) member states and industry stakeholders around the world. As one of the largest ship registries globally, Panama is committed to advancing sustainability, enhancing maritime safety, and ensuring full compliance with international maritime regulations.
WHY CHOOSE THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF PANAMA?
We are committed to providing the maritime community with prompt, professional, and customized services, ensuring that the needs of our clients are always met efficiently and reliably.
- Official Representation: As an official representative of the Panama Maritime Authority, we provide authoritative and up-to-date maritime services.
- Streamlined Services: We simplify the process for ship owners, brokers, and operators by offering assistance with the necessary documentation and certificates.
- Global Maritime Expertise: With Panama’s leadership in the maritime industry, we are equipped to support your vessel’s compliance with international standards and regulations.
OUR MARITIME SERVICES IN HAMBURG
The Consulate General of Panama in Hamburg offers specialized services to ship brokers, owners, and operators. As the official representative of the Panama Maritime Authority, we assist with a variety of essential maritime services.
Advantages of the Panamanian Ship Registry
- Free nationality of shipowners
- Agile and efficient service (24 hours)
- Tax exemptions on utilities from maritime commerce
- Compliance with International Maritime Safety agreements
- No requisites on minimum tonnage
- Security in matters of Registration
- Extensive network of Consulates around the world
- Special Bareboat Registration
- Discount for newly built vessels according to their tonnage
- Discount for vessels belonging to an important economic group
- Discount up to 15% for vessels already registered in Panama based on non-detention by PSC during the last 24 months
For more information please contact us: conpanamahamburgo@mire.gob.pa
- Maritime Services of our Consulate PDF-Download
Procedure for Ship’s Registration
The procedure for the Registration of Titles and/or Mortgages of vessels is expedient and straightforward. Preliminary Registration can be requested at any Panamanian Consulate.
The Merchant Marine General Directorate will ensure full compliance with national and international regulations in accordance with the legal provisions of Law No. 57 of August 6, 2008; therefore the owner, operator, and/or charterer before applying for the entry into the Panama Ship Registry should complete the pre-check process to ensure that the vessel meets the international standards regarding safety.
- MMN-11/2024 PDF-Download
Registration Requirements:
- To present a request of registration through a suitable attorney in Panama (in case it takes place in a Privative Consulate of Merchant Marine, Economic and Commercial Office of Panama or any other authorized entity for these purposes by the Panama Maritime Authority offshore). This request might be presented by the shipowner or its representative, through the electronic system PKI.
- An original and a copy of the resident agent designation instrument granted by the shipowner. In case of being issued offshore, it should be duly authenticated. (Proxy).
- Prima Facie evidence of the property of the ship or of the intention to acquire said property.
- Vessels dedicated to fishing or that provide support to fishing must show the Fishing License issued by the Aquatic Resources Authority of Panama (ARAP). In case not to have a Fishing License at the time of registration, you must submit a Letter of No Objection, likewise, issued by the Aquatic Resources Authority of Panama (ARAP).
- Any other additional document required by the General Directorate of Merchant Marine.
Once all documentation and registration fees are received, a Provisional Patent will be issued in the Consulate which validity expires within six (6) months, as well as a Provisional Radio Licence, valid for a period of three (3) months.
As part of our mission to support the maritime community, we provide official receipts for the issuance of a variety of technical certificates required for the operation of vessels under the Panama flag. These official receipts must be attached to online applications through E-Segumar Application.
Among the technical certificates for which we provide official receipts, we can mention:
- Minimum Safe Manning Certificate
Certification ensuring that vessels meet the minimum crew requirements for safe operation. - Bunker Convention Certificate
Ensures compliance with the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage. - Certificate of Civil Liability
Establishes liability for maritime incidents in accordance with international regulations. - International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC)
Confirms compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. - Continuous Synopsis Record Certificate
An official record of a vessel’s identity and compliance, required by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). - Wreck Removal Certificate
Certification needed for the removal of wrecks, in line with international regulations. - Statement of Compliance on Inventory of Hazardous Materials (IHM)
A declaration regarding the management of hazardous materials aboard the vessel. - Ballast Water Management
Certification confirming compliance with international ballast water management regulations. - Ballast Water Certificate Plan
A plan outlining the methods for managing ballast water aboard the vessel. - International Tonnage Certificate
Certification under the International Convention on Tonnage Measurement of Ships. - Exemption Certificate
Issued for vessels seeking exemption from certain maritime regulations.
For more information or to start the application process, please contact us or visit the E-Segumar Application.
As referred by Law No. 55 of December 5, 1979 and Law No. 57 of August 6, 2008, all vessels in international service registered in the Panamanian National Merchant Marine, shall pay the following annual rates: Tax, Single Rate, Inspection Rate and Rate of Casualty and International Participation.
- Annual Taxes Receipt – Download PDF-Download
Annual Taxes can be paid through a Panamanian Consulate.
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Panamanian regulations require the following official books to be on board every vessel flying the Panamanian flag. These can be obtained at our consulate.
For more information please contact us: conpanamahamburgo@mire.gob.pa