The jargon of vessel documentation isn’t easy to parse. With all of those different terms being thrown around, it can be confusing to follow even if you’ve been around boats and the water for decades. What can make it all the more confusing is when terms like “46 CFR Part 67” is thrown around, too. …
Have you tried to fill out your vessel documentation forms on one site or another only to find that it’s far more complicated than it should be? Did you send in your initial documentation or some similar form, only to have it sent back to you on a technicality? These are just some of the…
As you probably know if your boat is registered with the USCG (United States Coast Guard), the certificate of documentation you were awarded when you decided to license your vessel with the government department, will expire after a certain period. How long your certificate is valid depends on a variety of factors. And it is…
Finding an all-in-one solution for your marine documentation requirements might be challenging. A lot simpler if you can discover a suitable supply chain solutions partner. When it comes to generating all of your marine paperwork, we may deal directly with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). In order to comply with federal requirements, we will…
Great news if you’re the owner of a legally registered sailboat in the United States! The Vessel Registrar Center provides a new method of completing satisfaction and release of mortgage transactions. Owners of boats registered in the United States will find it much simpler to get their mortgages freed due to this, according to mass.gov.…
That fantastic new boat you just bought is going to bring you years of fun and leisure. You, your family, and your friends can spend hours, days, or even weeks sailing all over. Enjoying different countries and islands, fishing, snorkeling, swimming, basking in the sun, and who knows what else. With all the great things…
The holiday season is upon us. We’re all looking for safe, enjoyable ways to spend time with the ones that matter most to us. On a boat ride, you can take in the beauty of the wintry scenery, all while being in a safe, open-air environment. That said, there’s more you can do to make…
If you are the owner of a USCG yacht, you are aware that adhering to the paperwork standards. And those may be a time-consuming and challenging process. Although the National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC), the government body responsible for documenting and preserving information on boats and their owners, has a website, it may be challenging…
Are you looking forward to the application for initial exchange or replacement of certificate of documentation? If so, you should know that certain vital documents and paperwork must be filled out to complete the procedure. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to paperwork. In order to transfer ownership of an already-documented boat, the…
Most individuals interested in purchasing a property will almost certainly go with the option of getting a preferred ship mortgage loan. When it comes to boats, there are a few things that need to be taken into account to get a favored ship mortgage. Before purchasing this kind, read this article. Here we will review…
Once you get vessel documentation, you don’t want to give it up. You want to be able to hang onto it so that you can legally use your vessel whenever you want. Sure, you could maybe try using your vessel with an expired registration, but why chance it? The penalties just aren’t worth it. Besides,…
Whether you are purchasing a car, a house, a boat, or another large item, you know there is going to be paperwork involved. Even doing something as simple as signing up for a gym membership or buying a new washer and dryer means you have forms to fill out and sign before everything is done.…
In these blogs, we often discuss how to get your vessel documentation done. If you’ve been reading for any length of time, or even if you just look at the titles, you’ll see all kinds of blogs discussing how to get your initial documentation, how to change your address, change the name or hailing port,…
There’s a lot more to owning a vessel than simply getting the vessel documentation right. We know that for many, boats are a way of life. You may use them for recreation, you may use for them your job, but you always want to be as safe as possible. For many of us, we grew…
Is this your first time to read/hear about the Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Center? You may not know exactly what it is. But it is the hub for vessel documentation. It plays a vital role in ensuring the legality of a vessel that is more than 5 net tons. If yours meets this requirement, then…