boat registration

[robertj]

A friend and I have just had a discussion regarding going overseas for instance france.
Is it compulsory to have your boat registered either part 1 or ssr?

 

[superheat6k]

As far as I understand it No, but having it clearly states you are subject to British rules, so certainly places you in a more secure position, if some over zealous fool trys it on, and SSR is fairly cheap.

 

[PlanB]

This has been done to death in previous threads, but basically, French officials may ask to see the original of your registration document and fine you if you can't produce it. Anyone who is not a French lawyer is unlikely to be able to argue it is not required.

 

[Sybarite]

A friend and I have just had a discussion regarding going overseas for instance france.
Is it compulsory to have your boat registered either part 1 or ssr?

Yes it is obligatory to have either a Part 1 or an SSR certificate and, unless you are on a charter boat, you must have the original available for inspection. An exception was made for charter boats where a copy will be accepted.

The general rule is that all boats must be registered under international rules. The Brits made an exception for British registered boats in British waters..

I received direct written confirmation of this from the Douane headquarters.

 

[Tranona]

A friend and I have just had a discussion regarding going overseas for instance france.
Is it compulsory to have your boat registered either part 1 or ssr?

Suggest you look on the RYA site which explains all of this. Although endlessly discussed here, the practical reality is quite clear and explained in the section about taking your boat abroad.

 

[robertj]

Thanks chaps