[C320-list] Question on MMSI Numbers

[Jeff Smith]

On my boat I was able to reprogram my MMSI in my VHF myself. I requested my MMSI through BoatUS. As others have noted, if you get your MMSI through BoatUS, it is only good domestically. Because I am installing AIS and I plan to travel to the Caribbean, I just ordered a new MMSI through the FCC. Good luck using that website, but I can tell you if you do not have a radiograph operator’s license currently, the license and the permit for the boat is $220. The license is indefinite but the permit must be renewed in 10 years. I think the fee for the permit for the boat is $70 and the $150 is for the lifetime license.

Jeff, ’94, #121

> On Mar 19, 2021, at 5:40 PM, Graeme Clark <cg at skyflyer.co.uk> wrote:
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> Your MMSI number is international. it will contain a few digits that identify the country of registration so should more details be required, enquiries can be made of the appropriate national registry/authority
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> If that wasn't the case, no DSC ship or boat could ever make an international journey! 
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> You can get the MMSI of your radio re-programmed but you will usually need to return it to a dealer to have it done.
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> It should be tied in with the registration of the vessel. So if you buy a boat in USA but live in Canada and re-register it in Canada you would need to have a Canadian MMSI number
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> Hope this helps
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> Graeme
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>> On 19 Mar 2021, at 21:04, Dave Hupe <hoopdtwo at yahoo.com> wrote:
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>> You must obtain a new number (it will end in zero) and reprogram your radio as per this Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) | BoatUS
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>> I think it costs $160 to do this when I looked into it last year to obtain my number.
>> Are you sure the previous owner transferred the MMSI to you?  The BoatUS instructions say that you should have received an email with instructions on how to claim/transfer the number (should involve changing to your name and boat info).
>> Dave Hupe
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