One topic we’ve touched on from time to time in these blogs is how to register a boat with the Coast Guard. We’ve mentioned this a few times for many reasons, not the least of which is that it’s very important. This is one of the most commonly accessed forms at our site; you can…
The excitement you feel when you purchase your first yacht, or large pleasure vessel can seem immeasurable to you. You cannot wait for that first trip you take with family or friends or even just for the day when you can take the boat out for a few hours to enjoy the waters. However, before…
You are contemplating buying a boat, and want to know more details about its history. Running a background check on any vessel is very important, as it can throw up details about the boat’s past life that would otherwise have remained hidden. In order to conduct this check in the most effective manner, you should…
USCG boat owners want a search method that is user-friendly, reasonable, and dependable while looking for a vessel documentation search. Because of this, we built a search engine specifically for vessel documentation. You can rapidly obtain the information you want using the Maritime Documentation Center’s search engine, which will enable you to go back out…
Fort Lauderdale is the Yachting Capital of the World. It is a paradise for boat and yacht enthusiasts. Whether you own a small vessel or a luxurious superyacht, navigating the waters of Fort Lauderdale requires proper vessel documentation. This documentation ensures compliance with federal regulations and allows for smooth sailing in these pristine waters. But…
Vessel registration. Simply reading those words might make you think of hours spent in front of a keyboard, typing every letter out while the day (and night) passes outside. Or, even worse, perhaps it makes you think of hunched over a piece of paper, writing everything out as legibly as possible, lest your forms are…
Having a boat can give you a life’s pleasure that not everyone has the privilege to experience. You may master boating skills to ensure that your boat sails in the right direction. But that’s not all you need to consider. You also have to think about vessel documentation. That is if your boat requires to…
Springtime heralds the perfect season for setting sail on new maritime adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned vessel operator or a first-time boat owner, understanding the crucial role of maritime documents in your nautical endeavors is essential. One document that remains paramount to a seamless transaction is the Boat Bill of Sale. The Significance Of A…
The United States Coast Guard database has information on essentially every registered vessel. When you search through it, you can find the info that you’re looking for. Are you searching for information about a vessel that you’re interested in purchasing? It’s there. Do you want to make sure that the information about your own vessel…
You have been enjoying your time with your yacht, taking it to exotic and beautiful places and spending time on the water just like always dreamed of. It has been about a year since you got your boat and got it federally documented with the United States Coast Guard, which means you need to start…
Is it coming to the time when you should renew your vessel documentation? Are you concerned about renewing on time and don’t want to miss the deadline? If so, you’re like thousands of vessel owners all across America. However, changes are coming in the new year. The powers that be have made some alterations which,…
It is essential to ensure that you have all of the required documentation when you are a happy yacht owner. Understanding how to get information from your vessel documentation is necessary for this procedure. The staff at the Maritime Documentation Center has compiled a handbook explaining how to carry out the task mentioned above. Having…
A lot of boat owners are wondering what is USCG Documentation and whether or not they must obtain a USCG documentation. Although not all vessels can be documented, there are several benefits of doing this process. One of them is that it is a national form of registration. This means it’s a proof of nationality…
If you have a documented vessel, you have a documented vessel number. You may wonder why you would want to get your vessel documented and how the process would work. There are many benefits to getting your documented vessel numbers, but it’s not for everyone. Some vessels have to be documented, whereas others shouldn’t be…
Once you have bought your boat, you need to think about how to register it with the US Coast Guard. Documenting the vessel with the agency can guarantee extra protections for your boat, including when you are in foreign ports or travelling in international waters. In order to register your boat, you may have gone…