Small boat owners often face the need to change their boat status, which may involve selling, disposing of, stealing or moving the owner to another region. Withdrawal of the boat from registration In the case of GIMS, it is a legally binding procedure, which can lead to fines and problems when checking documents on the water, a process strictly regulated by the Administrative Regulations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia.
Unlike initial registration, the deregistration of a vessel often raises fewer questions, but has its own subtleties, depending on the reason for the deregistration. administrative procedure Even if the boat is just in the garage and you're the one who's registered with you, you're responsible to the government, and in this article, we'll go through all the details, collect a complete list of the documents you need, and explain how to get through the procedure as quickly as possible.
Modern technology allows you to apply remotely, but a personal visit is still required in some cases, especially if it is a difficult situation with lost documents or a change in the design of the vessel. Critically Let us consider all the steps that need to be taken to successfully complete this bureaucratic formality.
Grounds for removing a small vessel from the accounting
The legislation clearly defines the list of situations when the owner is obliged to apply to the registering authority. Simply so, if you wish to "exempt taxes" (although there is often no transport tax on boats with engines up to 5 hp, but property tax or other fees may be relevant depending on the region), you can not remove the boat from the register. Grounds for withdrawal It must be documented.
The most common cause is alienationIn this case, the procedure often takes place simultaneously with the registration of the new owner, but legally they are two different actions. stealingHere you must provide a police certificate confirming the fact of the criminal case.
If your boat is damaged, destroyed in a natural disaster, or you decide to dispose of it, it also requires formal registration. You can't just throw the hull out of the woods or disassemble it for scrap while you're listed as the owner. In the event of the death of the owner or the liquidation of the legal entity on whose balance sheet the boat was listed, the heirs or successors are also required to deregister.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the situation when the boat was taken out of the Russian Federation for permanent residence, in which case the owner must notify the GIMS and provide documents confirming the export. Breaking deadlines Notifications or attempts to conceal the real reasons may result in administrative liability.
Documents required for the procedure
The collection of a package of documents is the stage where delays are most common. The GIMS inspector will not accept the application if at least one certificate is missing or if the data in the documents are divergent. designationThe form of which can be obtained in the office or downloaded on the portal of public services.
The application must be attached passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation If the representative is in the process, he will need a notarized power of attorney, and the original document of ownership (purchase agreement, gift, certificate of invoice) and a boat's certificate with notes on the passage of the annual technical examination are also required.
☑️ Checklist of documents for GIMS
Depending on the reason for the removal, the list may be supplemented, for example, when recycling may require a certificate of destruction or a photograph of the destroyed vessel (although in practice, a statement of disposal is often enough), a police coupon is required for theft. If the owner's personal data (change of name, residence permit) changes, documents confirming these changes are required.
⚠️ Attention! All copies of documents must be clear and readable, and the inspector has the right to refuse to accept documents if the copy of the passport does not contain all the pages with the marks or if the boat's ticket has damage that makes it difficult to read the records.
Step by step: how to remove the boat from registration
The procedure for deregistration in GIMS is now as simplified as possible and often does not even require a visit to the inspection if you use the portal. Public servicesHowever, the classic way through personal visitation is also relevant, especially in small towns or when controversial issues arise.
The first step is to prepare the vessel for possible inspection. Although the inspection is not always carried out at deregistration (as opposed to the initial registration), the inspector has the right to require the boat to be presented to verify compliance with the requirements of the boat. identification numbers This is especially true for boats with outboard motors, where the numbers can be on the motor itself and on the transom.
The application is then completed, it contains the owner's details, the vessel's details (type, length, hull material, engine power) and, most importantly, the reason for the withdrawal. The error in filling in may result in the application being returned for revision. After submitting the package, the inspector checks the database for restrictions (for example, seizure of property or prohibitions on registration actions).
If all documents are in order, the inspector makes changes to the register of small craft, you will be given a document confirming the deregistration (usually a mark on the boat's ticket or a separate certificate), and also return the documents to the title, from which point you are no longer the owner of the registered vessel in the eyes of the law.
Deregistration through the portal of public services
The digitalization of public services also affected GIMS. To apply for the removal of the boat from registration through the portal Public services This is the most convenient way to avoid queues and save time, and it's called "Removal of registration of a small vessel owned by an individual."
To start the procedure, you will need a confirmed account. In your personal account, select a service, fill out an electronic form, enter data from the boat's ticket and passport. The system will automatically check for fine arrears. If they do not exist, you will be asked to choose the date and time of the visit to the inspection to submit original documents (if electronic copy submission is insufficient in your region) or to report on the possibility of obtaining a result without a visit.
| Parameter | Personal visit | Through public services |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding time | During inspection working hours | 24/7 at any time |
| Payment of duty | In a bank or terminal | Online (30 percent off) |
| Processing speed | On the day of the address (usually) | Up to 1 hour after receiving documents |
| Necessity of visit | Sure. | Not required (depending on the region) |
It is important to note that when applying online, the state fee (if it is provided for by a specific withdrawal procedure, for example, when issuing new documents to replace those lost in the process) is paid at a discount. The status of the application can be tracked in your personal account. Once the notification of readiness appears, you can pick up the documents or wait for their delivery, if this option is implemented in your region.
⚠️ Attention! When applying through the Public Service, carefully check the entered data. A typo in the boat registration certificate number or VIN code can lead to automatic failure or delay in the procedure, as the system will not find your vessel in the database.
Time and cost of deregistration
One of the most common questions is about finance: How much does it cost to deregister a boat? Under current law, the deregistration procedure itself for sale, disposal or change of residence is a matter of law. freeThere is no state fee for this administrative service.
However, costs may arise in related processes, such as if you lost your boat's ticket and want to deregister the boat, you will first have to pay for a duplicate, and the fee is paid if you require new license plates (transit) during the withdrawal process, although this is rare for small craft. The cost of a duplicate boat's ticket is 200 rubles (if you pay through public services - 140 rubles).
The time of the procedure is regulated by the Administrative Regulations. one-hour When applying through the State Services, the period is also minimal, but depends on the speed of work of a particular unit of the GIMS. The owner should submit an application within 10 days from the date of the circumstances (sale, theft, etc.).
Possible problems and solutions
Despite the apparent simplicity, boat owners often face difficulties. number-inconsistencyIf the VIN number on the hull of the boat is damaged, painted over or not readable, the inspector may refuse to deregister before the examination, and this applies to the numbers on the engine.
Another problem is that there are restrictions on registration, where if the owner is subject to enforcement proceedings (debts, alimony), the court or bailiffs could ban any dealings with property, including boats, in which case the vessel cannot be deregistered until the debts are paid.
There are also difficulties in losing a boat's ticket, which is not a procedure without it, and you have to file a loss report, wait for an inspection (to make sure the boat is not stolen), and then get a duplicate or make a withdrawal. If the boat was bought "off hand" without being removed by the previous owner, the new owner will first have to find the old owner or go to court to recognize ownership.
⚠️ Never attempt to restore or “correct” the broken numbers on the boat, which is considered as a forgery of identification numbers and entails criminal liability under article 326 of the criminal code.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I have to pay a transport tax after the boat is removed from the register?
The tax ceases to be charged from the month following the month of deregistration, but if you deregister the boat on the 30th, you still have to pay the tax for that month, and it's important to file before the end of this month so you don't have to pay for the next one.
Can I remove the boat from the register if there is a ban from bailiffs?
No, you can't deregister a boat with a ban, you have to first eliminate the reason for the ban (pay off the debt) and wait for the restriction to be lifted in the GIMS database, which can take from hours to days.
What if I sold the boat but the buyer didn’t take it?
This is a dangerous situation, because you will receive fines from cameras or taxes, you have the right to apply to the GIMS with a request for termination of registration due to alienation, providing a copy of the contract of sale, the boat will be declared wanted on documents, and at the first check with the new "owner" it will be detained.
Do I need to inspect the boat when deregistering?
In most cases, when deregistration (especially in the case of sale or disposal) is not carried out, however, if the inspector has doubts about the authenticity of documents or numbers, he has the right to initiate an inspection in accordance with the regulations.
Can I remove the boat from the register without a boat registration certificate?
Without a boat's ticket, the procedure is impossible. You will first have to restore the document by paying a state fee for issuing a duplicate, and only then apply for deregistration.