State titling and USCG documentation are the two effective alternatives for titling your yacht. There are some similarities between the two, but there are also some important distinctions that you should be aware of before making a choice. However, even though the process of state titling is often more accessible and less costly than obtaining…
Do you find USCG documentation a bit confusing? When you look at the form to file for your initial documentation, do you think: “I just want to get out on the water and make some money with my vessel?” We understand how onerous the process can be. Indeed, that’s one of the biggest reasons we…
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…
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…
The ownership of a boat is associated with a great deal of responsibility. In addition to ensuring that your boat is in satisfactory condition at all times, you are responsible for ensuring that you fully comply with all maritime rules and regulations, such as USCG documentation. Utilizing USCG paperwork for your vessel is among the…
The United States Coast Guard requires that vessel paperwork be updated every five years. By not being diligent, you might wind up renewing USCG documentation for a shorter period than you intended and going through the procedure again sooner than you had anticipated. In recent years, there have been modifications to the renewal process, and…