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CRT licence costs explained

How licence costs fit into a boat budget, and why you should check the official source before making decisions.

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Check the official source

Figures for this topic can change. Use this page to understand what affects the cost, then check the official source before making decisions.

Reviewed May 2026

A licence is a recurring ownership cost. It belongs in both your planning estimate and your real annual budget once you know the official figure.

What can change the licence figure

Licence costs can depend on details that should be recorded carefully. Use this page as a planning checklist, not as a replacement for the official process.

Boat dimensions
Licence duration
Payment choice
Navigation authority or scheme
The current licence year
Whether the boat setup has any special rules

How to record it in Boat Budget

If you do not know the current official figure yet, add a planning assumption and label it clearly. Once you have paid or confirmed the amount, replace the assumption with the real figure.

Check before you act

Licence rules and prices can change. Check the official source before buying, renewing or making a financial decision.

Frequently asked questions

Does this page include current CRT prices?

No. It explains how to think about the cost and how to record it. Check the official CRT source for current figures.

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