Have you ever thought about altering the name of your yacht or the port it hails? If that’s the case, what’s the deadline for getting it done? We will provide you with an outline of the criteria for altering the name of a vessel and the hailing port in the United States in this blog…
If you are new to the boating world you may have realized by now that there are a few terms you might not be familiar with. Having your own vessel comes with a certain degree of responsibility as well, and that involves having to take care of your own paperwork. For that reason, it is…
“Marad Waiver”, “Preferred Ship Mortgage”, and “Hailing Port”… If you are new to the boating world there must be some terminologies you are not yet familiar with. Furthermore, the processes to obtain that type of documentation tend to be tedious and time-consuming. In this particular article, the Maritime Documentation Center will explain to you how…
As you probably already noticed, on the outside of a vessel there are a few different digits you may have seen. Boats registered at a local level will probably be displaying their state registration numbers. Vessels documented at a federal level, on the other hand, can show their names instead, along with their hailing port.…
When you own a boat, knowing basic nautical lingo and facts is essential to keep your vessel running safely and legally. Whether it’s the difference between stern vs. port or other key concepts related to vessel registration, such knowledge will ensure your time spent on the water goes off without a hitch. From stern and…
When you own a boat, it’s important to be familiar with the details that identify your boat. Much like a car, truck or SUV has a vehicle identification number, or VIN, your boat will have a hull identification number or HIN number. Understanding what it is, where to find it, and how to use it…
If you are not familiar with the boating industry at all, a term like “hailing port” will probably sound like something you can plug your phone or computer into. As you can imagine, given that you are on a vessel documentation website, it is not. The hailing port is, of course, the port in which…
A hailing port is a location designated by the United States Coast Guard for boats greater than 65 feet to check in before moving throughout the waters of the United States. Even though the boat’s proprietor (also known as the boat’s captain) must regularly report to a specified calling point, they are not confined to…
As a boat owner or even enthusiast, you might have heard at some point the words “hailing port”. Even if you did not, you might have noticed several boats with a name on both the hull sides or the transom. If you looked for long enough, there is a chance you also observed what we…
Are you wondering what exactly a hailing port is, and how to choose one for your documented vessel? Something to keep in mind: it doesn’t have to be the port that your vessel spends most of its time at. But, it does have to be a port in the United States. In addition to all…
A hailing port is a location designated by the United States Coast Guard for boats greater than 65 feet to check in before moving throughout the waters of the United States. Even though the boat’s proprietor (also known as the boat’s captain) must regularly report to a specified calling point, they are not confined to…
Your boat must claim a hailing port for several reasons. It allows for communication with other vessels, as well as the United States Coast Guard. It might also be the place where you store your boat when it’s not on the water. You can choose any hailing port you want, but understanding the purpose of…
Are you wondering what exactly a hailing port is, and how to choose one for your documented vessel? Something to keep in mind: it doesn’t have to be the port that your vessel spends most of its time at. But, it does have to be a port in the United States. In addition to all…