Cooperative Republic of Guyana

Guyana's Official
Maritime Authority

MARAD administers the regulation, safety, and development of maritime activities across Guyana's waters — providing vessel registration, seafarer certification, port-state oversight, and international convention compliance.

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Who We Are

Administering Guyana's Maritime Domain

The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) is the official government authority responsible for the regulation, administration, and development of maritime activities.

Based at Battery Road & Fort Street, Georgetown, MARAD provides ship-owners, managers, seafarers, and industry stakeholders with efficient, cost-effective certification and registration services.

  • Vessel registration, documentation & mortgage recordation
  • Seafarers' licensing, certification & employment oversight
  • Flag State inspections — ISM, ISPS & MLC audit programmes
  • International convention implementation & port-state control
  • Maritime security management & radio licensing services
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What We Offer

Core Maritime Services

A comprehensive suite of services to support safe, compliant, and efficient maritime operations for all stakeholders.

Ship Registry

Register your vessel under the Guyana flag with complete support — from initial application and documentation through to mortgage recordation and renewal.

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Seafarer Certification

Officers' licensing, STCW certification, seafarer identification documents, and record books — administered in full compliance with MLC 2006 requirements.

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Flag State Inspection

Comprehensive Flag State Inspections covering ISM, ISPS, and MLC audits through our Harmonized Audit Programme, keeping your fleet operational and compliant.

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Maritime Security

Implementation of the ISPS Code, port facility security assessments, and coordination with national agencies to protect Guyana's maritime interests.

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Radio & Communications

Radio station licensing, ship radio accounting services, and ITU compliance support for vessels operating globally under the Guyana flag.

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Labour Compliance

Maritime Labour Convention complaint handling, crew agreement oversight, and protection of seafarers' rights across all Guyana-flagged vessels worldwide.

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Frameworks We Uphold

International Conventions & Standards

MARAD operates in full alignment with the major international maritime instruments, ensuring Guyana maintains its standing as a responsible and respected flag state.

SOLAS Convention
MARPOL Annex I–VI
STCW Convention
MLC 2006
ISPS Code
ISM Code
ITU Radio Regs
Load Line Convention
Our Commitment

Why Choose MARAD

We combine governmental authority with a genuine commitment to service excellence, giving maritime stakeholders the confidence and support they need for compliant, efficient operations.

Global Network

Recognised organisations and Flag State inspectors positioned across major maritime centres worldwide.

24-Hour Support

Round-the-clock technical and administrative assistance for ship-owners and managers wherever they operate.

IMO Compliant

Full alignment with IMO instruments ensures your vessels face no compliance issues at any port of call.

Efficient Processing

Streamlined certification and registration workflows designed to minimise turnaround time.

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Whether you need information on vessel registration, seafarer certification, or any other service, our team is ready to assist promptly.

Office Address
Battery Road & Fort Street
Georgetown, Guyana
Telephone
+592 225 7330
Office Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Technical support available 24/7