When we think of “happiness” in connection to a watercraft, multiple images may come to mind: a wild party with hundreds of your oldest friends as well as some new ones. Maybe you think about looking out over the railing during a sunset with a beloved. Or perhaps, alternatively, you can imagine riding a boat…
Welcome aboard, esteemed vessel owners! Vessel Registrar Center invites you to delve into the profound significance of your maritime journey with the spotlight on the USCG Documentation Certificate. From the intricacies of issuance to the lasting impact on your vessel’s identity, we unveil the layers that make this certificate a captain’s treasure. Legitimacy Passports At…
Just as with clothes, a “Certificate of Documentation” for your vessel is not “one size fits all.” Yes, we can help you to get a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel here at the Maritime Documentation Center. However, it’s important to note that there are different kinds of documentation. Getting the right documentation for your…
Buying a recreational vessel like a yacht, or a commercial boat you plan to use for a new business venture, is a big step for you. It takes planning, financing, and execution to make things happen. You should also know that there will be a lot of paperwork involved in the process from the time…
The yacht you purchased has everything you always dreamed about when you thought about getting a boat. You already have plans regarding the places you will go and visit, and you cannot wait for the first time you get it in the water now that the deal is done. Before you take your vessel out…
Did you get US Coast Guard documentation for your vessel because you’re going to use it in a commercial endeavor? Are you “on the fence,” so to speak, about getting your vessel documented? There are any number of reasons to get your vessel documented. One of the most popular is because you’re going to use…
Staying safe on the water is always important. Around this time in spring, people start going on the water more and more. When you’ve been cooped up away from the water all winter, it’s natural to want to get back out there. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic going on, it’s more important to stay safe.…
The criteria for vessels specified by the federal government are critical for vessel owners to understand. Maintaining your USCG documentation is subject to strict rules and regulations that must be adhered to. This section will provide a high-level summary of the most significant criteria you should be aware of. Suppose you aren’t acquainted with the…
A lot more goes into owning a boat than you may realize at first. While you may purchase your ship with the intent of going out and enjoying time with your friends and family, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, or just traveling to warm, exotic places, you have to work at maintaining your boat to keep it…
We understand that vessel documentation can be confusing. Even if you’ve spent your entire life on boats and the water, even if you’ve owned your vessel for several years, the documentation process can be an opaque one. You may be going through our site, wondering which document is right for your vessel, if any of…
Many of us are emotionally attached to our vessels, understandably so. After all, many of us have spent much of (if not the majority of) our lives on the water. We know our vessels as well as if not better than our homes. Indeed, for so many of us, our vessels are home. So, we…
You probably have heard of the USCG portal and you might be wondering why you should use it or even what it is. If you own a registered boat it’s important to be responsible for the documentation you processes. Being able to review and obtain that documentation quickly can help with moving through legal processes…
We don’t believe that boat licensing and registration should be difficult. That shouldn’t be revolutionary, but it kind of is. For many years, dealing with boat registration was like going to the DMV but much worse. After all, it’s not like many people could simply ride their vessel over to the facility, dock it, and…
You have your eye on a new vessel that you want to buy. Just like with any other big investment, such as a house or a car, you will need to make sure that you are actually buying what is being offered and that it is the best vessel for you. You can’t send your…
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the prospect of renewing your USCG documentation, but the process will be a snap if you have the appropriate knowledge. Before you go ahead and renew your papers, here are some things you should think about. How frequently do you take it out on the water? Which aspect of…