Of all of the different forms on our vessel documentation services site, the MARAD Waiver, or the MARAD Small Vessel Waiver Program, specifically, is one that we get the most questions about. To be clear, this is not a kind of vessel documentation that will apply to all that many boat owners. That being said,…
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Do you have an interest in purchasing a recreational boat like a yacht for personal pleasure, or do you need a commercial vessel for your business? Buying a boat brand new off the showroom floor or right from the manufacturer is something that few people can afford to do when they get their first boat.…
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There are several advantages to owning a Coast Guard-documented vessel, including lower liability and traveling more easily internationally. The question is, what does Coast Guard documented vessel mean?” As part of this essay, we’ll go through the fundamentals of USCG paperwork and explain how it may be beneficial to you and your vessel. If you’re…
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Summer is here, and there may not be a better time for you to get your boat out on the water. Whether it is to take a day trip out for fishing or swimming, or to spend a few days sailing the seas and enjoying the weather as well as the sights, you need to…
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If you don’t know what you’re doing, getting a MARAD waiver might be complicated. MARAD waivers enable some not qualified people under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 (known as the Jones Act) to receive a mariner’s license via a Maritime Administration (MARAD) waiver. One-stop shop for all things maritime: Merchant Mariner’s Authorization Database. Employers…
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If you are looking into starting your own business that involves a boat, you will find that there are many regulations and rules you need to follow today. Starting a business is always quite an undertaking, but a business where a vessel is involved, either as a fishing vessel, for salvage, transportation or other venture,…
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You’re out on the water, enjoying your vessel. Whether you’re engaging in coastwise trade, fishery, foreign trade, or just having some recreational time with friends and family, you’re doing what you want to on the water. Suddenly, the Coast Guard vessels show up. They stop your craft to look it over. Nothing wrong with that,…
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As a USCG vessel owner, you may wonder: What is a USCG documented vessel and their advantages? Below we will outline the most important benefits of being a USCG documented vessel owner. Commercial and recreational boats benefit from documenting their operations. Those who fulfill specific conditions, including evidence of ownership, financial responsibility, and seaworthiness, are…
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Maintaining a vessel for the United States Coast Guard is a significant duty. But why document a vessel? Boat owners must record their vessels to demonstrate that they are operating their vessels according to the law and maintain track of crucial information such as the boat’s size and weight. If you possess a properly recorded…
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A boat on the water is seldom entirely still. Sure, if you anchor, you won’t drift too far away. But, depending on the length of the line, your boat will still move with the waves and the wind. The same is true with your USCG vessel documentation. As time keeps moving, so too might your…
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If you own a boat, you know how vital it is to have it registered with the US Coast Guard. In the first place, then, why do we need a boat registry? A boat register is an official list of boats, ships, and vessels for business or recreational reasons. According to cornell.edu, the benefits of…
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Knowing as much as you can about a big purchase of an item like a luxury boat or yacht just makes good sense. You do not want to invest the kind of money necessary to buy an item like this without knowing as much as possible about it first. You may take a lot of…
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“How to Sign Up for the Coast Guard” is something you’re thinking about after purchasing your watercraft. No, it is not a complicated procedure, as you may have heard. Having your vessel recorded with the Coast Guard is an excellent method to guarantee that you comply with all of the laws and regulations imposed by…
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Have you owned your vessel for a while and aren’t sure how to keep your vessel registered? Did you recently go through some significant life changes and want to be certain that your vessel documentation is up to date? When you get your vessel registered, it really is an accomplishment. However, it doesn’t stay there…
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The United States Coast Guard makes various vessel documentation services, which may be used by the owners of USCG-documented vessels, accessible on our website. One of the various services provided is the submission and tracking of applications for the renewal of documents. With the help of our internet services, you won’t have any trouble doing…
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