Do I need to take off the record of the boat when selling: the procedure and risks

Sooner or later, every owner of water transport is faced with the need to part with his own water transport. small-boatWhether it's a shift to a more powerful model, a change in leisure or just vacating a garage, the process of selling requires not only finding a buyer, but also legal registration. Many water engines still live in the stereotypes of the past, believing that the transaction is limited to transferring money and the boat itself, forgetting about bureaucratic procedures.

However, the legislation in the field of registration of small-sized courts has undergone significant changes, and ignoring them can lead to serious problems. Deregistration Or making changes to the registry is not just a formality, but a mandatory step that protects your rights as a seller, and in this article we will discuss in detail what to do with the numbers and documents if you sold the boat, and why the phrase "buy-sold" no longer works in the eyes of GIMS.

Registration issues often seem confusing, but the process has actually become more transparent, and the key is to understand the difference between deregistration and re-registration. Administrative rules It clearly defines the actions of the parties to the transaction, and knowing these rules will help to avoid fines and unnecessary visits to the inspection, let’s understand what steps should be taken immediately after signing the contract of sale.

Legal aspects of the sale of small craft

Under the current legislation of the Russian Federation, every small craft that is subject to registration has its owner, recorded in the state register. boat, yacht Or an inflatable boat with a power of more than 10 hp, you transfer not only the physical object, but also the rights to it, and legally the ownership process ceases only when the relevant changes to the register of small craft are made.

It is important to understand that on its own contract If the new owner does not apply to the GIMS within 10 days for re-registration, the previous owner is still listed in the databases as the person responsible for the vessel, which means that any fines issued by the locking cameras or inspectors for violation of shipping rules will come to you.

⚠️ Note: If the buyer does not re-register the boat within 10 days, you have the full right to apply to the SIMS for compulsory deregistration of the vessel by providing a copy of the contract of sale.

There is a common misconception that when selling a boat, you have to go to the GIMS and write a deregistration statement. re-registration It's your job as a seller to get the documents right and, if necessary, to make sure that the transaction is legally closed, and in some cases, for example, when a boat is taken out of a region or country, deregistration is still required, but this is a special case.

The issue deserves special attention. plate-mark. Previously, the plates had to be checked out when deregistered, and now, if the boat is sold within the same region, the plates tend to stay on board and be transferred to the new owner along with the boat, which simplifies the process, but requires careful filling out of the documents so that the license plates match those indicated on the boat's ticket.

Procedure for deregistration

The procedure for termination of registration or change of ownership is clearly regulated, and if you decide to sell your boat, you need to prepare a package of documents. contractIt must include passport details of both parties, the identity of the vessel (hull number, engine number if registered), and the transaction value.

After signing the contract and transferring the money, the seller has two ways: the first and most recommended is to require the buyer to visit the GIMS together for re-registration; the second is to transfer the original documents to the buyer (boat registration certificate, receipt of payment of the state duty, if any) and wait for him to perform the procedure himself.

For self-removal from the register (for example, when recycling or exporting abroad, as well as in case of refusal of the buyer from re-registration), you will need:

• 📄 Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation (owner).
• 📝 Application for deregistration (the sample can be found on the stand in GIMS or on the website of the State Services).
• 📘 boat registration certificate (original).
• 💰 Receipt of payment of the state duty (in some cases is not required, but it is better to have).
• 🔢 Number plates (if they are subject to delivery, for example, when exporting a boat).

If you submit documents through the portal Public servicesYou fill out an electronic application, attach scanned copies of documents and select the date of the inspection visit, at the appointed time, you must appear in person to check the numbers of the units (engine) and the hull if required by the regulations of the particular unit, after the inspection, the inspector withdraws the boat's ticket and issues a certificate of deregistration or changes the database.

Risks for the seller in the absence of deregistration

Many boat owners take the sale process lightly, relying on the buyer's integrity, and the phrase "I gave him the documents, then his problems" is one of the most dangerous in the field of water transport. transport-tax And the person responsible for any wrongdoing, not the theoretical threat, but the actual practice that hundreds of boaters face every year.

Imagine if you sold the boat three months ago, and today you get a letter demanding you pay a fine for speeding on the water or entering a restricted area, or worse, your boat was poached and now you're called in for questioning, and it's going to be extremely difficult to prove that the boat is not in your possession without a properly executed and registered sales contract, a copy of which must be in the GIMS.

⚠️ Attention: Fines for violations of shipping rules can reach tens of thousands of RUB, and in the case of environmental violations or poaching, liability can be criminal.

There are also risks associated with civilityIf the new owner of the boat causes damage to third party property or human health by operating an unregistered vessel, claims will initially be brought against the formal owner - that is, you.

It is also worth mentioning the problem. double-sellingA bad buyer might try to sell the boat again using your documents, and it's very difficult to figure out how to do that, and often the last one is the first seller to be too lazy to control the deregistration, so the "sold-check the GIMS database in a month" rule should become the gold standard for every owner.

Features of the sale of the outboard motor

Separate consideration is required for the sale outboardMany forget that an engine over 10 hp (8 kW) is also subject to registration with the GIMS and has its own number on the boat's ticket (or in a separate technical data sheet, if issued). Selling a boat without a motor or an engine without a boat requires separate procedures in the documents.

If you sell a motor separate from a boat, you have to deregister the engine, and the procedure is similar to deregistrating the entire boat, you apply, you provide your passport and your technical document for the engine, the inspector checks the number on the lower unit and changes the registry, and it's important that the contract of sale clearly states that the engine is not registered. engine-numberIt matches the one on the body.

If the boat and the motor are sold together but registered separately (which happens when buying them at different times), the GIMS will need to conduct a process of combination or successive re-registration. The new owner will receive a single boat's ticket or an entry in the register, which will indicate both units, which simplifies further operation, since the inspector will need one document for all when checking on the water.

It should be noted that for motors up to 10 hp, including registration is not required, and accordingly, they do not need to be removed from the register. It is enough to simply hand over the product passport (if it is preserved) and the unit itself. However, the availability of documents for the engine (checks, warranty card) significantly increases the liquidity of the product and the buyer's confidence.

Comparison of procedures: Sale, Recycling, Theft

The procedures for dealing with GIMS vary depending on the reason you want to deregister the boat. Confusion of terms can lead to rejection of documents or improper design. Below is a table that will help you understand the nuances of various situations.

Situation	Action required	Do you need license plates?	Duration of treatment
Sale	Conclusion of the contract, re-registration for a new owner (or withdrawal at the request of the seller if the buyer refuses).	They are on board the boat (passed to the buyer).	Within 10 days of the deal.
Recycling	Application for disposal, provision of the vessel for inspection (confirmation of destruction/disassembly).	They're going to GIMS.	At any time after the actual disposal.
Theft.	A statement to the police, then the provision of a coupon-notification from the police to the GIMS for suspension of accounting.	No need (a vessel is wanted).	Immediately after the theft was discovered.
Exports abroad	Application for deregistration in connection with export, submission of documents for the right of export.	They're going to GIMS.	Until the border is crossed.

As you can see from the table, sale The key is the transfer of ownership, while disposal It's important to confirm that the object of registration has been physically terminated, and when you're a thief, it's a security procedure that requires interaction with law enforcement, and understanding these differences will help you navigate quickly and choose the right algorithm.

Particular attention should be paid to the occasion. cross-borderIf you plan to sell the boat to a foreign national who will take it to another country (for example, Finland or Kazakhstan), deregistration with the Russian GIMS is mandatory, otherwise, while abroad, the boat will be listed on the wanted list or as a violation of the rules of stay, which will create problems when trying to return it or during checks at the border.

What to do if the boat is sunk or burned?

In the event of a boat being destroyed by a natural disaster or accident, a certificate from the Ministry of Emergency Situations or the police must be submitted to the State ICS, confirming the death of the boat, on the basis of which the boat will be removed from the register without providing a physical hull. If the act cannot be provided (for example, the boat drowned in a deep place and climbing is impossible), the procedure may be delayed and require a court decision to declare the boat dead.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need to go to the GIMS with the buyer?

The buyer can do this on his own, having a signed contract of sale and your passport (copy), but a joint visit ensures that the procedure will be successful and the buyer will not have questions about the documents.

Can I sell the boat without being deregistered?

You can formally transfer the boat to the buyer by contract without deregistrating it yourself, but it's your responsibility to have the new owner re-register it within 10 days, and if they don't, you'll have to initiate a forced deregistration to avoid legal problems.

What to do if you lose your boat registration certificate before selling?

Without a boat's ticket, you can't sell. You need to apply to GIMS first for a duplicate, which will take time and maybe an inspector's inspection of the boat, and only if you get a duplicate, you can legally process the sale.

Do I need to take off the record of a PVC boat with a 5 hp engine?

No, boats weighing up to 200 kg and motors up to 10 hp (inclusive) are not subject to registration with the GIMS. Therefore, they do not need to be deregistered, simply transferring them by contract or receipt is enough.

Where to get a form of the contract of sale?

There is no uniform form, but the content requirements are established by law. The forms are often available on the GIMS website, in stationery stores or they can be compiled in free writing, indicating all the necessary data of the parties and the specifications of the vessel (hull number, engine number, year of issue).