The Austrian ships registrar is less well known for yacht registration, maybe because the country is landlocked. All EU citizens can register their pleasure craft in Austria and do not require a local representative. Despite being decentralised, the registration process is well organised.

Nationality
All EU citizens can register their pleasure craft in Austria
Documentation
In principle all documents are to be submitted in German, or provided with a translation.
Inspection
No inspection is required, for recreational yachts.
Safety
There are no safety requirements to be met.
Taxes and levies
None.
Representation
Not required
Provisional registration
Regretfully not an option being offered, but there are solutions.
Validity
The registration is valid for a period of 10 years, after which it must be renewed.
Process
Simply well organised.
International ranking
None