Every boat that was manufactured or even imported on or after November 1st, 1972, has to have a HIN. Consequently, any vessel imported or manufactured before that date are exempt from this requirement.
More FAQs
Boat Registration SearchBoat Name USWhat is Coastguard Documentation?How Can I Receive Georgia Boat Registration Renewal?Decode HIN: The “VIN” for VesselsUnited States Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Online SearchSea Ray Serial Number LookupDoes My Documented Vessel Need to Have an Original Name?Hailing DefinitionFree USCG Boat Name SearchHow Can I Rename a Boat Legally?Online USCG Documentation LookupHow Can I Get USCG Documentation Renewal?How do I obtain title information for a documented vessel?How to Find Who Owns a Yacht?What is a Boat Identification Number?What Vessels are Exempt from Coast Guard Documentation?How Can I Find Out Who Owns This Yacht?How do you read a HIN hull identification number?Do I Have to Register My Coast Guard Documented Vessel in New Mexico?