Initial, Renewal, and Reinstatement of Coast Guard Boat Registration

Dealing with Coast Guard boat registration can quickly get fairly stressful, but it doesn’t have to be if you have the proper guidance throughout. Let’s go over what the different processes related to registration can consist of. Ins and Outs of Boat Registration Now, you probably hear the words “boat registration” and you’re already rolling…

What is the MARAD Waiver and How to Apply?

There are certain specific regulations that United States law has in place for the sake of domestic commerce. In the interest of prioritizing American vessel-owners and United States-built vessels, for example, the Maritime Administration has certain protections in place to regulate who has primer access to commerce between domestic ports. It’s because of this that…

National Vessel Documentation Search

What are the Standards and Requirements for Boat Documentation?

Boat documentation can provide nationality for international purposes. It can also regulate trade among fishing grounds. You may use our national vessel documentation search to find out more about the standards and requirements to document your vessel.  National Vessel Documentation Search on the Requirements for Documentation  There are standards and requirements you must meet to…

Abstract of Title for Boats: A 2021 Overview

The abstract of title is a record of all the documents that were submitted to the USCG for a specific vessel. It serves as a complete synopsis of all historical events related to ownership, mortgage, and lien recordings. What does a boat abstract of a title contain? What benefits does it offer to vessel owners?…

The USCG Forms You May Need for Vessel Financing

Are you looking to get financing for your vessel? Do you love having a vessel, and you’ve come to realize that it would be easier to make everything add up if you had a Preferred Ship’s Mortgage? For decades, vessel documentation has made it easier to own and operate a vessel on your terms. Here…

What Is the Certificate of Deletion for A Vessel?

So, what is a certificate of deletion vessel anyway? Essentially, it’s the paperwork you get when you’re ready to “remove” your boat from the government’s vessel registration system. To be removed from their database, you must provide documentation that your vessel is no longer operating or registered. Because you no longer operate a vessel or…

Preferred Ship Mortgage Explained

The “Preferred Ship Mortgage” is one of the ways that you can go about securing boat loans. Typically, this particular kind of mortgage is for vessels that are over 26 feet in length. For boats that are smaller than that, the title and a notation of the security interest recorded on the title should be…

Abstract of Title Vessel Documentation

“Abstract of Title” vessel documents are important documents to acquire, particularly when you’re going about the process of buying a boat. These are documents you’re definitely going to want to look at for a variety of reasons. As with many of the forms that you can find at our site, the “legalese” in the documents…

Why Documenting a Vessel is the Choice for So Many Owners

Have you been considering documenting a vessel but are on the fence about it? Does it seem confusing as to whether or not you would want to document your boat? At one point or another, many vessel owners feel that same way. After all, when it comes to your vessel, you have so many decisions…

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Your Guide to the CG 1280 Form

Embarking on a maritime journey involves navigating through a sea of documentation. Vessel Registrar LLC welcomes you to your guide to the CG 1280 form – a crucial document for ensuring compliance on the high seas. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of this form, providing you with the knowledge to set sail with…

The Role of the MARAD Waiver in Placing Foreign Ships in the US

The Maritime Administration grants ships manufactured in other countries a specific concession known as the MARAD waiver. Occasionally, these ships can transport goods from one port to the next. According to epa.gov, only certain types of boats are eligible for this waiver, and only under certain circumstances.  As part of the Maritime Administration’s efforts to…

How to Make Use of The Documented Vessel Number

When you register your vessel with the US Coast Guard, you will receive an official number which establishes that the ship is fully documented. This number belongs to the boat for the rest of its lifetime, and this means that you need to display it so that it can be found easily by the Coast…

Information Available Through The Coast Guard Documentation Search

What You Can Discover from the Coast Guard Documentation Search You have several friends or family members that own recreational boats or yachts, and you have always enjoyed going out with them when they are out in the water. The times you have spent traveling have made you want to buy a boat for yourself,…

Do You Need A Preferred Ship Mortgage To Finance A Boat?

Are you thinking about purchasing a boat? Do you need a preferred ship mortgage with a favorable interest rate? You are not alone in your feelings! According to the report, according to a recent survey conducted by the Boat Owners Association of the United States, there are more than 15 million recreational boats in the…

Understanding Documentation of Your Vessel

Congratulations! You finally have found the boat of your dreams and you are ready to make your purchase. Your next course of action should be centered on ensuring you have the proper documentation moving forward. It’s not enough to hand over the money and call the boat yours. It can be a confusing, long and…