You may love staring out of your window on a sunny day hoping you could be out there. How? Getting a boat can help you achieve it. Now, your friend knows about someone selling a pre-loved boat. It’s quite big. Should you check the boat’s USCG vessel documentation status first before investing? What is the…
Boat ownership can offer you great experiences and memories, not just for yourself, but also for your family. You get the opportunity to see wild and open spaces and visit places that are impossible to get to by car. Indeed, exploring the open water is exciting. But you might find one day that your boat…
You just purchased your dream boat after getting a great deal. You are excited about your first trip. One of your friends congratulated you on the new boat. He asked about the vessel documentation. You wonder if it is necessary? What are the USCG vessel documentation requirements? This is what you will find out in…
Are you planning to use your boat in international waters? If you are, then make sure that your boat is documented. This is especially true if it is at least 5 net tons. You will have to submit a USCG vessel documentation application before you can obtain a Certificate of Documentation. This documentation will make…
If you are somebody who is only just starting to get to grips with all of the rules and regulations of boat ownership, then it is probably fair to assume that you still haven’t learned every single term and phrase that you might need! Of course, it doesn’t help when two terms sound vaguely similar,…
Are you a first-time boat owner? Is your US vessel required to document it with the USCG? If it is, you may wonder why it is necessary. What are the benefits of documenting it in the first place? US Vessel Documentation — a Requirement The USCG requires some vessels to obtain a certificate of compliance.…