The USCG documentation standards and regulations for boats serve many purposes. One of them is to successfully prove the vessel’s nationality at the moment of navigating international waters. So if you sail on foreign waters, your certificate of documentation provides you the status and protection of a U.S. flag vessel. If you own a ship…
There are many rules and regulations associated to owning a vessel. First we’d like to establish the fact that vessels cannot be identified as both State Registered and Federally documented, they can only be one or the other. This is an important tip to know when you are expanding your knowledge on hailing port and…
Documenting your boat is an important part of the buying process, and documentation can be essential if you are taking out a mortgage in order to make the purchase. If you have been looking at the US Coast Guard website, then you may already have realized that it is not possible to submit your application…
USCG Vessel Documentation Search by Number is a helpful tool if you own a small vessel like a pleasure boat, a fishing ship, or a diving boat. As a result, even while this information is freely accessible on the USCG website, it might be challenging to explore and discover the particular answers you’re searching for.…
When you are ready to purchase a vessel, there are many processes that you must do first. For example, ensuring that your vessel is correctly registered and classed with the US Coast Guard documentation is a critical step. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is a federal law enforcement and homeland security agency of the…
Did you know that there are important details about the abstract of the title vessel? If you are the vessel owner, it is crucial to understand what an Abstract of Title is and what it encompasses. As a vessel owner, it’s essential to be aware of the abstract of title for your boat or ship.…
“How long does it take to get registration?” is a question we often get from boat owners interested in getting their vessels registered at the Maritime Documentation Center. The rules and procedures that must be followed when wishing to own and operate a boat in the United States are complex and time-consuming. One of the…
When you own a boat, you are likely to need to register it with the US Coast Guard. Known as vessel documentation, this is the national registry of vessels in US waters and is administered by the US Coast Guard at their Documentation Center. In order to apply to document a vessel, you will need…
Staying safe on the water is always important. Around this time in spring, people start going on the water more and more. When you’ve been cooped up away from the water all winter, it’s natural to want to get back out there. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic going on, it’s more important to stay safe.…
Unfortunately, there is some time in our lives in which we might need to part ways with our beloved boats and, like any other occasions that have us taking part in vehicle transactions, it can be a bit of a pain in the neck. Luckily for you, it doesn’t have to be like that. This…
Owning a yacht or large recreational vessel like it is one of the great joys you have in life. You love to go out and enjoy vacations and day trips on the water, and you even went as far as to get documentation from the Coast Guard for your boat, so it is easier for…
The criteria for vessels specified by the federal government are critical for vessel owners to understand. Maintaining your USCG documentation is subject to strict rules and regulations that must be adhered to. This section will provide a high-level summary of the most significant criteria you should be aware of. Suppose you aren’t acquainted with the…
Is buying a commercial boat or large recreational vessel like a yacht in your immediate future? If it is, you want to make sure that any boat you consider for purchase is not only physically sound but has all its paperwork in order. Making sure the boat has a good engine, is structurally sound, and…
What is a coast guard portal? If you’re like the majority of vessel owners, you’re undoubtedly already aware of the U.S. Coast Guard’s online registration and documentation site for vessel owners. Although the Coast Guard Portal is a vital information resource, it may be sluggish and unpleasant to use at times. Fortunately, there is a…
As the owner of a new boat, you will have a lot of paperwork to complete in order to make sure that you are fully registered and able to make use of your new boat. It may not always be clear to you exactly what type of forms you need to fill in so that…