Our staff is always more than glad to answer any questions that our customers might have about USCG forms. “Which ones are right for me?” “How do I know if I’m eligible?” “Can you walk me through the process?” Those are examples of some of the questions we get. Another common one: “what is a…
What USCG Forms are Mandatory to Use My Boat?
If you own a boat, you are well aware of the plethora of USCG forms you must have on board to legally operate your vessel. Boating is a terrific way to experience a sense of independence—the possibility of spending time outside without ever having to leave your house. If you’re looking for a way to…
Where to Get the CG 1340 Form
The US Coast Guard Bill of Sale is one of the documents that may be used as proof of ownership when getting involved in a boat transaction. On one hand, it will show that a transaction took place between a buyer and a seller. On the other hand, it transfers the ownership of a boat…
What’s the CG 719s and How to Complete It
The form CG 719s or plainly the application for a merchant mariner credential is a credential issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) in accordance with guidelines of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers to United States seafarers in order to show evidence of a mariner’s qualifications. In…
USCG Forms for the Life of Your Vessel
Are you unsure which USCG forms are right for your vessel? Does it feel like every year or so there’s another form of documentation you have to get for your boat and you aren’t sure what it is? That’s not just you. The truth is that vessel documentation can seem confusing and opaque even to…
Reasons Why You Should Carry a USCG Merchant Mariner Credential
What does a Merchant Mariner Credential allow operators to do? Lawfully operating any commercial vessel more than 21 feet long requires a Merchant Mariner Credential. To prove their mastery of the essentials of running a commercial ship on the high seas, operators must take and pass a series of written and practical examinations developed by the…