How to Prepare Your USCG Vessel for Storm Season

Preparing a boat for the next hurricane season is something that every USCG vessel owner should do. Even if you don’t spend a lot of time on the water regularly, you should still ensure that your boat is in good shape in an emergency. As we are officially in the midst of hurricane season, now…

Useful USCG Vessel Documentation You May Not Know

Do you have a vessel that wasn’t made in America that you’d like to get USCG vessel documentation for but aren’t sure if you’re eligible? Alternatively, have you owned a vessel for a while and would like to change how you’re using the vessel? These are just some of the ways that our documentation site…

Vessel Documentation – What Can You Do If It Expired?

Everyone who owns a boat in the United States must keep all their documents current. Vessel documentation must be renewed every three years to avoid the risk of incurring fines and other penalties for failing to do so. If the paperwork for your vessel has expired, we will cover what steps you may take in…

How to Renew a Vessel Documentation Online

As a boat owner, you know the annual need to update your vessel documentation. However, what if you don’t have the time to visit the USCG office in person? Or maybe you’ll be out of town when your subscription expires and need to renew it. Don’t stress; you may update your paperwork digitally and avoid…