Maritime Law

Maritime Law

Maritime Law

Yacht Registration & Flag Change

Luxury yacht moored in a Turkish marina during registration and flag change procedures
Luxury yacht moored in a Turkish marina during registration and flag change procedures

Foreign owners operating or basing yachts in Turkish waters may be required to complete registration or flag change procedures under Turkish maritime regulations. These processes involve coordinated filings with registries and harbour authorities. We provide structured legal assistance to ensure re-flagging and registration are completed lawfully, efficiently, and without operational disruption in Turkey.

Yacht Registration in Turkey

Advising on initial yacht registration under the Turkish flag, including eligibility assessments, documentation preparation, and coordination with relevant maritime authorities.

Flag Change & Re-Flagging Procedures

Managing yacht flag change processes from foreign registries to the Turkish flag, ensuring continuity of registration and compliance with Turkish administrative requirements.

Deregistration from Foreign Flag

Assisting with deregistration or conditional deletion procedures from existing foreign flag registries as part of a coordinated re-registration process.

Harbourmaster & Registry Filings

Handling mandatory filings with Harbour Masters and vessel registries, including ownership records, technical documentation, and compliance submissions.

Registration Compliance & Operational Continuity

Advising on regulatory compliance during registration and flag change to avoid operational gaps, port restrictions, or administrative penalties.