The Falkland Islands has operated its own Red Ensign register since 1861.

On 15 September 2003, a four-part register arrangement similar to that operated in the United Kingdom was commenced when the Falkland Islands adopted Parts I and II of the UK Merchant Shipping Act 1995 (with modifications).

The Register is ordinarily restricted to merchant vessels not exceeding a gross tonnage of 150, fishing vessels and small ships whose owners or charterers have a connection with the Falkland Islands and except in the case of the latter, all applications to register require the approval of the Governor.

Further information regarding the Falkland Islands Register may be obtained from: The Registrar of Ships Customs and Immigration Department Byron House 3 “H” Jones Road Stanley Falkland Islands Tel: (500) 27340 Facsimile: (500) 27342 e-mail: admin@customs.gov.fk