Bhutan Maritime Administration

Providing reliable vessel registration and comprehensive maritime services

About the Administration

The Bhutan Maritime Administration is the national body responsible for regulating and overseeing Bhutan's inland water transport and port-related activities. Despite being a landlocked country, Bhutan maintains important inland navigation routes through Lake Bhutan and surrounding waterways, supporting trade, fishing, and local transport. The Administration's mission is to ensure safe, secure, and efficient operations across these inland waters while aligning with international standards for environmental protection and navigational safety. It facilitates vessel registration, crew certification, and compliance with regional and global transport conventions — fostering safety, reliability, and sustainable growth within Bhutan's inland maritime and transport sector.

About Bhutan Maritime Administration
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About Bhutan

Bhutan is a landlocked country in South Asia, nestled in the eastern Himalayas. It is bordered by China to the north and Indiato the south, east, and west. Although landlocked, Bhutan’s rivers and streams play a vital role in transportation, agriculture, and hydropower generation.Thimphu is the capital and administrative center, whilePhuentsholing serves as a key commercial hub linking Bhutan to regional trade routes with India.

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Services We Offer

We provide concise, high-quality administrative services using modern digital processes to support safety, compliance, and operational reliability.

Ship Registration

The Bhutan Maritime Administration facilitates the registration of eligible vessels in line with national regulations, including newbuilds and transfers from other registries, subject to technical, safety, and documentation compliance.

Ship Registration