Registration Department
The Registration Department is mandated to register vessels that are 10m and above including local trade vessels and international vessels. The department is responsible for- Registering vessels under the Burkina Faso flag, Issuing certificates of registration, other statutory certificates, Maintaining a database of all registered vessels. The Registration Department plays a critical role in ensuring that all vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag meet the required safety and security standards. This includes verifying that vessels have the necessary safety equipment, crew certification, and insurance coverage.
The Registration Department is mandated to register vessels that are 10m and above including local trade vessels and international vessels. The department is responsible for- Registering vessels under the Burkina Faso flag, Issuing certificates of registration, other statutory certificates, Maintaining a database of all registered vessels. The Registration Department plays a critical role in ensuring that all vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag meet the required safety and security standards. This includes verifying that vessels have the necessary safety equipment, crew certification, and insurance coverage.
The Registration Department is mandated to register vessels that are 10m and above including local trade vessels and international vessels. The department is responsible for- Registering vessels under the Burkina Faso flag, Issuing certificates of registration, other statutory certificates, Maintaining a database of all registered vessels. The Registration Department plays a critical role in ensuring that all vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag meet the required safety and security standards. This includes verifying that vessels have the necessary safety equipment, crew certification, and insurance coverage.
IMPORTANCE
Vessel registration is essential for several reasons:
Safety: Registration helps to ensure that vessels are seaworthy and meet the required safety standards, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents at sea.
Safety: Registration helps to ensure that vessels are seaworthy and meet the required safety standards, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents at sea.
Safety: Registration helps to ensure that vessels are seaworthy and meet the required safety standards, reducing the risk of accidents and incidents at sea.
Security: Registration helps to prevent illegal activities, such as piracy, smuggling, and terrorism, by identifying and tracking vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag.
Security: Registration helps to prevent illegal activities, such as piracy, smuggling, and terrorism, by identifying and tracking vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag.
Security: Registration helps to prevent illegal activities, such as piracy, smuggling, and terrorism, by identifying and tracking vessels operating under the Burkina Faso flag.
Environmental Protection: Registration helps to prevent environmental pollution by ensuring that vessels comply with environmental regulations and standards.
Environmental Protection: Registration helps to prevent environmental pollution by ensuring that vessels comply with environmental regulations and standards.
Environmental Protection: Registration helps to prevent environmental pollution by ensuring that vessels comply with environmental regulations and standards.
Economic Benefits: Registration helps to promote economic growth by facilitating the movement of goods and people, and by providing a framework for the development of the maritime industry.
Economic Benefits: Registration helps to promote economic growth by facilitating the movement of goods and people, and by providing a framework for the development of the maritime industry.
Economic Benefits: Registration helps to promote economic growth by facilitating the movement of goods and people, and by providing a framework for the development of the maritime industry.
THE REGISTRATION PROCESS INVOLVES SEVERAL STEPS, INCLUDING
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Submission of Application
All applications to register a vessel should be sent to the following email address: info@burkinafasomaritime.net Please ensure that all necessary documentation is attached and that your application complies with the guidelines provided by the Burkina Faso Maritime Administration (BFMA).
Submission of Application
All applications to register a vessel should be sent to the following email address: info@burkinafasomaritime.net Please ensure that all necessary documentation is attached and that your application complies with the guidelines provided by the Burkina Faso Maritime Administration (BFMA).
Submission of Application
All applications to register a vessel should be sent to the following email address: info@burkinafasomaritime.net Please ensure that all necessary documentation is attached and that your application complies with the guidelines provided by the Burkina Faso Maritime Administration (BFMA).
Vessel Registration
The vessel is registered and issued with a certificate of registration and other statutory certificates.
Vessel Registration
The vessel is registered and issued with a certificate of registration and other statutory certificates.
Vessel Registration
The vessel is registered and issued with a certificate of registration and other statutory certificates.
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Vessel Renewal
The certificate of registry is renewed every 5 years, subject to compliance with safety and security regulations.
Vessel Renewal
The certificate of registry is renewed every 5 years, subject to compliance with safety and security regulations.
Vessel Renewal
The certificate of registry is renewed every 5 years, subject to compliance with safety and security regulations.
TYPES OF BURKINA FASO SHIP REGISTRATION
International Vessels
For all vessel types except Yachts trading in the international waters.
International Vessels
For all vessel types except Yachts trading in the international waters.
International Vessels
For all vessel types except Yachts trading in the international waters.
International Yacht Vessels
Only for Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
International Yacht Vessels
Only for Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
International Yacht Vessels
Only for Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
International Vessels
For all types of vessels except Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
International Vessels
For all types of vessels except Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
International Vessels
For all types of vessels except Yachts trading in unlimited trading areas.
Parallel Registration
Vessel to be registered under the flag of one country while still maintaining its registration in another country.
Parallel Registration
Vessel to be registered under the flag of one country while still maintaining its registration in another country.
Parallel Registration
Vessel to be registered under the flag of one country while still maintaining its registration in another country.
Provisional Registration
Temporary registration lets a vessel operate under a national flag for a limited period while permanent documentation is finalized.
Provisional Registration
Temporary registration lets a vessel operate under a national flag for a limited period while permanent documentation is finalized.
Provisional Registration
Temporary registration lets a vessel operate under a national flag for a limited period while permanent documentation is finalized.
BENEFITS
Registering a vessel with the BFMA offers several benefits, including:
International Recognition: The Burkina Faso flag is recognized internationally, allowing vessels to operate freely in international waters.
International Recognition: The Burkina Faso flag is recognized internationally, allowing vessels to operate freely in international waters.
International Recognition: The Burkina Faso flag is recognized internationally, allowing vessels to operate freely in international waters.
Access to Ports: Registered vessels have access to ports and harbors internationally.
Access to Ports: Registered vessels have access to ports and harbors internationally.
Access to Ports: Registered vessels have access to ports and harbors internationally.
Compliance with International Regulations: The BFMA ensures that registered vessels comply with international maritime safety and security regulations.
Compliance with International Regulations: The BFMA ensures that registered vessels comply with international maritime safety and security regulations.
Compliance with International Regulations: The BFMA ensures that registered vessels comply with international maritime safety and security regulations.
Support and Services: The BFMA provides support and services to registered vessels, including inspection, certification, and training.
Support and Services: The BFMA provides support and services to registered vessels, including inspection, certification, and training.
Support and Services: The BFMA provides support and services to registered vessels, including inspection, certification, and training.
OVERVIEW
The Registration Department of the Burkina Faso Maritime Authority plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of maritime activities of vessels registered under the Burkina Faso flag. By registering vessels and ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations, the department helps to prevent accidents, incidents, and environmental pollution, while promoting economic growth and development. If you are a vessel owner or operator, we encourage you to register your vessel with the BFMA and take advantage of the benefits and services offered.
The Registration Department of the Burkina Faso Maritime Authority plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of maritime activities of vessels registered under the Burkina Faso flag. By registering vessels and ensuring compliance with safety and security regulations, the department helps to prevent accidents, incidents, and environmental pollution, while promoting economic growth and development. If you are a vessel owner or operator, we encourage you to register your vessel with the BFMA and take advantage of the benefits and services offered.