An abstract of title refers to the record of all documents that have been submitted to the United States Coast Guard for one particular vessel. This abstract will only list the information that has been provided to the Coast Guard during the time the boat in question was registered, which means that there are probably…
If you are the new owner of a large pleasure craft like a yacht, or you recently purchased a commercial vessel for your business, you will want to familiarize yourself with the Coast Guard’s regulations and rules as they apply to documentation for your vessel. All commercial vessels in the United States are required by…
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…
Vessel documentation and registration can be a confusing process. There is no need to panic if you are a USCG vessel owner who has forgotten to renew your paperwork. To use the Maritime Documentation Center, follow these easy instructions (MDC). Once your paperwork has been reactivated, you will be able to take advantage of all…
As a new boat owner, you need to be aware of the laws and regulations governing your use of boats within US waters. One of the most important rules that you must follow is the required Vessel Documentation. This is a very old regulation, and one which is strictly demanded from the government. Completing your…
If you were over there, scrolling through the internet, looking for how much does it cost to renew boat documentation, congratulations! You have come to the right place. The Maritime Documentation Center will explain to you in this article not only the price of the renewal but also the definition of the documentation, what to…
Many of us are emotionally attached to our vessels, understandably so. After all, many of us have spent much of (if not the majority of) our lives on the water. We know our vessels as well as if not better than our homes. Indeed, for so many of us, our vessels are home. So, we…
We’re all busy. Each of us has so many things to do, you want to be able to save time on every task that you can. The more time you spend with paperwork, documentation and the like, the less time you spend enjoying yourself, with friends and family, or just having a good time. That’s…
You are looking for a way to find more information about a potential vessel, and want to know where to begin your search. You may think that the vessel looks to be in good condition, and that everything seems functional within the boat itself, but you also want to know more about the history of…
The SC-28 offers local advantages and national privileges regarding Coast Guard documentation vs. state registration. Because there is no state vessel registration or decal fee, you will save money. Check with your state’s department of motor vehicles to see if this option is available, but it may be worth doing some research to see if…
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…
If owning a commercial vessel has long been a goal of yours so you can conduct business using a boat on the waters in the U.S., you will quickly find out that there are many restrictions and regulations that you must adhere to along the way. One of the most important issues for you to…
You probably have heard of the USCG portal and you might be wondering why you should use it or even what it is. If you own a registered boat it’s important to be responsible for the documentation you processes. Being able to review and obtain that documentation quickly can help with moving through legal processes…
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,…
When you own a vessel, you are responsible for submitting the necessary documentation to maintain your boat registered and in compliance with the law. A vessel bill of sale will be one of the essential papers you will need. When one person sells their boat to another, the boat’s ownership must be transferred via a…