You can find a list of documented vessels using our website. Documentation is a federal registration of a certain boat with the US Coast Guard. It is recognized internationally. You can use it as a certificate of boat ownership or nationality of your boat. Is yours updated? Finding a List of Documented Vessels If you…
Buying a second-hand vessel is the most cost-effective way of saving money when you are investing in sailing vessels. If you are negotiating with a seller to purchase their vessel, you should know that you will need to have a documented vessel bill of sale from them so that you can register the vessel in…
Are you considering documenting your vessel but you aren’t sure if it’s the right thing to do? Before you make a decision one way or the other, do you want to know more? Over the years, we’ve helped so many to document their vessels here at the Maritime Documentation Center. That said, to be properly…
Is buying a commercial boat or large recreational vessel like a yacht in your immediate future? If it is, you want to make sure that any boat you consider for purchase is not only physically sound but has all its paperwork in order. Making sure the boat has a good engine, is structurally sound, and…
Owning a vessel is a journey that comes with various considerations, and choosing to have your vessel documented by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) brings a set of distinct advantages. In this article, Vessel Registrar LLC, a leading third-party agency for USCG Documentation processing to NVDC, explores the unparalleled benefits of owning USCG Documented Vessels.…
Some background knowledge is required before selling a legally documented vessel. Putting a “For Sale” sign in your yard and waiting for a customer to come along is all there is if you don’t know any better. On the other hand, you might save time and money if you pay attention to detail or take…