Vessels requiring registration or approval to Operate

Last Updated: Wednesday 17 June 2026

Overview

A person who intends to obtain an approval according EU Reg 853/2004 to operate a freezer, factory or reefer vessel must fill this application form and submit to VRD together with supporting document listed on the same application form.

What you'll get

The application is evaluated. If it is correctly filled in and all the supporting document are attached and correct, the applicant is contacted in order to plan and carry out an on site visit.

Eligibility

A Maltese flagged vessel.

How to apply

Fill in the online form and submit.

Timeline

Submission of Application

Vetting of Application

15 days

Processing of Application

15 days

Delivery of Service

30 days

Submit your application

Apply