As a boat owner, you are probably aware by now that registration and paperwork are essential components to secure your vessel and remain in compliance with both state and federal requirements. When it comes to federal permits, the Maritime Documentation Center offers complete services of registration and lets you conduct a United States Coast Guard…
If your vessel is used for commercial purposes and it exceeds the net weight of 5 tons, it needs to be registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). If you use your boat recreationally and it also has 5 net tons or more you can choose to get USCG documented as well. Why would…
If you own a boat, then you understand the immense joys and potential risks that come with it. One of those potential risks is getting stranded in an emergency situation out at sea without any aid close by. To counteract this risk, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has approved a set of lifesaving visual…
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You probably weren’t aware of this, but you need a USCG number to record your vessel with the United States Coast Guard. You may be curious about “what is USCG?” and what role it plays in the process of documenting your vessel. Continue reading to learn more about this government agency and how it may…
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Has your life recently gone through changes that may affect the information on your Certificate of Documentation? Are you looking for a quick, easy way to update the info on your certificate with the powers that be? Here at the Vessel Registrar Center, we always aim to do everything in our power to make updating…
If you are reading this, it is likely because you have already decided that you will be required to bring USCG documentation on your yacht. That is an excellent way to get started, but remember that this is only the first stage in the process. If you ask someone who has been in your shoes…