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Environment Agency waterways: boat registration renewal for existing Direct Debit customers

Use this service to renew a boat registration for existing Direct Debit customers on Environment Agency waterways.

Applies to England

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Use this form to renew a boat registration on Environment Agency waterways.Ìý

You must be an existing Direct Debit customer to use this form.Ìý

This form should only be used by the current registered owner of a boat.Ìý

When you have renewed the registration, the Environment Agency will send you a registration plate to display on your boat.Ìý

Before you startÌý

You need to know:Ìý

  • the boat name and registration numberÌý
  • your boat insurance policy provider, number and expiry dateÌý
  • your boat safety scheme certification number and expiry date, only if your previous one has expiredÌý

If you are renewing a business registration, you will need to know your public liability insurance:Ìý

  • provider Ìý
  • number ÌýÌý
  • expiry dateÌý

Certain businesses may also need to know if your boat and operation meet the:Ìý

  • Code of Practice for Hire BoatsÌý
  • Merchant Shipping Regulations 2015Ìý
  • Inland Waters Small Passenger Boat CodeÌý

Get helpÌý

For help, contact the boat registration team by:Ìý

Updates to this page

Published 16 April 2025

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