Coast Guard documentation is a vital document. It is a form of owner registration. It also provides lien protection. Not all boats can be documented. If you are eyeing a certain boat but you are not sure whether or not it has liens or encumbrances, then you might want to conduct a USCG name search.…
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The USCG official number is an identifier of your vessel or someone else’s. It is vital for safe and compliant navigation. It involves a unique alphanumeric code that holds a wealth of information about your boat. It also offers a range of benefits for boat owners, operators, and maritime professionals. The Significance of USCG Official…
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Owning a yacht is an exhilarating and fulfilling experience. It allows you to embark on adventures with family and friends, traverse international waters, and create unforgettable memories. However, before you set sail, there’s a crucial task at hand – processing your yacht’s USCG Documentation Services. While it might initially seem like a hassle, it’s a…
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Alongside all of the fun aspects of owning your very own seaworthy vessel, there is also the other side of ownership which is more or less made up of making sure that all of the relevant paperwork is filed and documentation is in place. The deeper into the world of vessel ownership you get, the…
The USCG number of your documented boat works like your social security number. It stays with the boat. In that case, even if you sell it, the number remains the same. What is the purpose of this number? How to find it? Searching for USCG Number — a Common Practice Searching for this number is…
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Being a boat owner means being responsible both on and off the water. When it comes to safety on board a recreational vessel, you can never be too careful. When the health and safety of yourself and your friends and family is on the line, you absolutely cannot afford to cut any corners in this…
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The short answer is, yes you can. However, the USCG vessel registry exists for a reason, and getting around it is a legal matter that requires specific paperwork. This is true of boats manufactured outside the United States, as well as those that you want to use to transport passengers. If your boat meets the…
Are you a boat owner looking to spend some time out on the open water? Before you hit the waves, it’s vital that you create a float plan. But, if you’re like many vessel owners, you’ve probably asked “a float plan should contain what information?”How would one compose one for themselves and their vessel? Creating…
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Have you been wondering whether or not you have to get your vessel documented? Does it seem confusing to you as to if this is necessary or if it isn’t? Vessel documentation has been around for a long time, to say the least. Indeed, it goes back to one of the first acts of the…
Have you been researching online what you need for your vessel and found all these comments about the “USCG” but aren’t sure what is USCG? Do you feel like each of the rules for how vessels get documented are a bit hard to follow? Much of what we do at the Maritime Documentation Center is…