The number of foreign ships that enter U.S. ports is significantly affected by the MARAD waiver. Because of this program, foreign-flagged boats are exempt from some of the strictest regulations for entering U.S. waters, which makes it simpler and more suitable for such vessels to port in our nation. Ship owners that urgently need to…
The MARAD waiver is a Maritime Administration mechanism meant for foreign-built vessels. After all, the Jones Act requires that the vessels operating in coastwise commerce be built domestically whenever possible. The MARAD small vessel waiver program recognizes that foreign-built vessels can also contribute to American commerce, which is why it grants waivers to certain vessels…
There is a significant probability that you are familiar with the MARAD Waiver if you are a yacht owner in the United States. But to be more specific, what is it? And do you have to apply to get it? In this article, we will respond to all the questions you have concerning the MARAD…
We take pride in saying that the United States is a free country and the Marad Waiver is no exception. Our country has certain regulations in place that benefit domestic commerce. To prioritize American vessel-owners and home-built boats, the Maritime Administration has certain protections to regulate who has access to commerce between domestic ports. Vessel…
The MARAD Waiver program of the Maritime Administration is a critical tool for American shipowners and operators, allowing them the operational flexibility and assistance they need to make necessary adjustments to their operations. It is important for shippers who are worried about the effect of this waiver program on the piers they use to keep…
Are you wondering the steps you need to take if your vessel was built abroad and you want to use it for commercial purposes? Then this might be the right article for you. We will explain to you everything you need to know about the Marad waiver. Let us now show you “the 5W”. What…
Many many years ago our very own governors came up with an idea to protect American maritime activities. The problem was that, at the same time, the consequences of their actions were detrimental of foreign-built vessels intending to trade. That is the reason behind the creation of the Small Vessel Marad Waiver that we will…
Of all of the different forms on our vessel documentation services site, the MARAD Waiver, or the MARAD Small Vessel Waiver Program, specifically, is one that we get the most questions about. To be clear, this is not a kind of vessel documentation that will apply to all that many boat owners. That being said,…
If you don’t know what you’re doing, getting a MARAD waiver might be complicated. MARAD waivers enable some not qualified people under the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 (known as the Jones Act) to receive a mariner’s license via a Maritime Administration (MARAD) waiver. One-stop shop for all things maritime: Merchant Mariner’s Authorization Database. Employers…
Do you have a vessel that you aren’t sure what to do with? Is there a vessel in your possession that you think may be foreign-built but you still want to see how you can use it in a commercial capacity legally? If you’ve looked at our FAQ and some of our other blogs, then…
Did you recently come into possession of a foreign-built vessel and you aren’t sure how you can use it? Do you have designs on using your vessel to make a few bucks but want to be certain you comply with the powers that be? This exact kind of situation is more common than you may…
The ownership of a yacht that is rarely used presents unique challenges. There are a lot of expenses and duties involved in maintaining a boat, and it can be hard to tell if it’s worth it when you can only use it for a fraction of the year. When you factor in the expensive cost…
Did you recently come into possession of a vessel that you aren’t sure what to do with? Do you have a small, foreign-built vessel (or vessel of unknown origin) that you’d like to use for some commercial activity? As you probably know, American law (specifically, the Jones Act) basically does everything possible to make sure…
Did you recently come into possession of a foreign-built vessel that you want to use on American waters? Do you have an undocumented vessel that you would like to make some money with, but you don’t want to run afoul of the powers that be to do so? Plenty of vessel owners have been in…
Do you want to use a vessel that wasn’t made in the United States to transport passengers and want to know how to do so in compliance with all pertinent rules and regulations? Do you feel confused about how the rules pertain to foreign-built vessels? This is perfectly understandable. The Coast Guard boat requirements for…