Do you have a small, foreign-built vessel that you want to use to make money in America? Are you unsure exactly how you can do so legally? Yes, the Jones Act makes it clear that American vessels, whenever possible, need to have been built in the United States to engage in coastwise trade here. However,…
If you have been doing your fair share of research before getting involved in a boat transaction, you might have come along with the concept of a boat’s bill of sale. If you are not exactly sure of what that means, would like to know how to fill it, or maybe are just curious about…
The process of selling a yacht may be difficult and time-consuming at times. On the other hand, if you have a vessel bill of sale in place, you can make the process far less complicated and more streamlined for both the buyer and yourself. When selling your yacht, utilizing a bill of sale is highly…
Have you, as a boat owner, ever questioned whether or not you needed to do a boat documentation renewal? Wonder no more! It’s possible that, if you’re like the majority of people, you don’t give boat paperwork much thought until it’s time to renew it. But you should know that several indicators might tell you…
Your boat must be registered or documented with the proper authorities. If it is over five net tons, you need to document it with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Aside from the size of the boat, you must also comply with the National Vessel documentation requirements if you use your boat commercially. Significance…
As a boat owner, you must know that there are certain rules and regulations that you must follow. Those requirements usually vary from state to state. There are certain restrictions, however, that make it mandatory for a vessel to be Documented Vessel with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Please read on if you want to…
The paperwork provided by the United States Coast Guard is a significant component of a vessel’s complete registration. Information regarding the vessel’s owner and operator and specifics about the vessel may be found in the documents made public via our online vessel documentation search tools. You may use this information as a reference or keep…
If you own a boat, then you understand the immense joys and potential risks that come with it. One of those potential risks is getting stranded in an emergency situation out at sea without any aid close by. To counteract this risk, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has approved a set of lifesaving visual…
As you probably already know, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is the maritime security, search and rescue, and law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces. Their mission is to protect America’s maritime borders, facilitate the legitimate use of the waterways, and suppress violations of US Federal law. How do they achieve…
Do you remember the feeling of being in school and discovering that, no, you didn’t have your homework? Hopefully, this never happened to you, but it happened to some of us. That feeling can come back (and even worse) if you should get caught on your vessel without the proper documentation. Of course, the stakes…
Buying a recreational or commercial vessel is a big step for you to take. Whether you are starting up a commercial fishing or charter business, or just purchased the yacht of your dreams so that you can sail where you want when you want, you have a lot of time, money, and effort invested in…
At the Maritime Documentation Services, we believe that many boats should have the proper kind of documentation. However, it’s important to note that we’re not trying to sell you on documentation. There are plenty of vessels that should have US Coast Guard vessel registration and plenty of vessels that shouldn’t. We’re not here to sell…
In the vast expanse of maritime activities, accountability is a cornerstone. Vessel Registrar LLC, your partner in USCG Documentation processing, unveils the crucial role of NVDC Vessel Search in fostering transparency and accountability across the open waters. Join us as we navigate through the seas of information, exploring how this powerful tool shapes a responsible…
Accessing the Coast Guard documents that you need for your vessel is easier than ever. Of course, it might not always seem that way. That’s where our service comes in. When you use our site, you can get all of the documents you need right in the palm of your hands. That means that you…
Are you planning to purchase a documented vessel? If you are, then make sure that its documentation status is updated. To know that, you need to access a list of documented vessels that the United Coast Guard maintains. But can you use a public online database to search for these vessels? Using Online Resources to…