Official guidance & downloads
Marine circulars, notices and the application forms you need — published by the Authority and free to download.
Official circulars
Guidance and mandatory requirements for Niger-flagged vessels, owners, operators, masters and Recognized Organizations.
Prohibition on Calls to Iranian Ports & U.S. Sanctions Compliance
Mandatory compliance with United States sanctions, restrictions and maritime measures for all Niger-flagged vessels, owners, operators and Recognized Organizations.
Mandatory Requirements for Registration of Fishing Vessels
The mandatory requirements and documentation for registering fishing vessels under the Niger flag.
Mandatory STCW Endorsements & Carriage of Original Certificates On Board
Requirements for STCW endorsements and the carriage of original certificates on board Niger-flagged vessels.
Application forms
Fill a form online and download it as a ready-to-send PDF, or download the fillable PDF / Word version to complete offline — then send it to the Authority by e-mail, WhatsApp or in person.
Application for Registration
The primary application to register a vessel under the Niger flag.
Application for Ship Communication License
Application for a ship communication (radio) license for a Niger-flagged vessel.
More forms and circulars are added as the digital registry expands. If a document you need isn't listed yet, contact the Authority and we'll send it to you.
Ready to fly the Niger flag?
Start your vessel registration, seafarer endorsement or river-boat registration. Reach the right department directly — Mon–Sat: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Reach us directly
- Call the registry+227 (0) 925 286 1562
- Email an enquirytechnical@nigerwaterways.com
- Head officeKM 13 Onitsha–Enugu Expressway, Umunya-433101, Anambra, Niger
