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Sail with Confidence.
Register Under the Nigerian Flag.

The Nigeria Ship Registry is your official digital gateway for ship registration. Safe, fast, and recognised globally. Apply online and track your status anytime, anywhere.

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Federal Government of Nigeria

ABOUT SHIP REGISTRY

Sailing into the Future, Digitally.

Nigeria's ship registration process now modern, transparent, and fully online. Built for shipowners, agents, and regulators.

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About us
The Nigeria Ship Registration Office (NSRO), under the authority of NIMASA, is responsible for managing and maintaining the registry of ships flying the Nigerian flag.

We exist to ensure vessel registration is not only lawful, but also simple, transparent, and digitally accessible for everyone from individual shipowners to global maritime operators.

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KEY FEATURES

Modern Tools. Simple Experience.

Our platform brings maritime compliance and digital convenience together.

Real-time tracking

Always know where your application stands.

Digital Certificate Issuance

Instantly download your certificate after approval.

Secure Document Handling

Document handling that meets legal and regulatory standards.

Multi-Role Access

Designed for shipowners, agents, and all stakeholders.

OUR SERVICES

What You Can Do on This Platform

For the benefit of the $600 million maritime and shipping industry.

Apply for Cabotage Registration

Access Nigeria’s domestic trade routes by applying for Cabotage registration. Choose your vessel type and upload supporting documents easily.

Register a New Vessel

Register your vessel under the Nigerian flag in just a few steps. Submit documents, track your status, and receive your certificate all online.

Request Change of Name / Ownership / Mortgage

Need to update your vessel’s records? Request a name change, transfer ownership, or register a mortgage without paperwork delays.

Download or Verify Certificates

Download approved registration certificates or verify their authenticity instantly. Everything is secure and traceable.

Track All Applications

Stay updated on your application progress at every stage. Get real-time status updates, review submission history, and manage all requests in one place.

Why the Nigerian Flag?

We ensure compliance with the Merchant Shipping Act and Cabotage Act, and streamline the process through tech-first operations.

Access exclusive trade routes through Cabotage benefits.

Access exclusive trade routes through Cabotage benefits.

Access exclusive trade routes through Cabotage benefits.

Access exclusive trade routes through Cabotage benefits.

Access exclusive trade routes through Cabotage benefits.

FAQ

Quick answers to questions you may have.

Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us here:

info@shipregistry.com

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Helpful Documents
Cabotage Act
Merchant Shipping Act
Registration (SOP)
Registration (SOP)
Cabotage Act
Merchant Shipping Act
Registration (SOP)
Registration (SOP)
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#Plot 622, Abuja Liaison Office, Cadastral Zone, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja, FCT.

Email

info@shipregistry.com

Phone

+234812345678

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