You’ve bought the vessel of your dreams. Maybe it’s brand new, maybe it’s used, but one thing is for sure: this is your vessel. This is the vessel you have always wanted, the vessel which will take you where you want to go. “Where do you want to go” could be around the world, it…
Have you gone through some changes in your life, such as where you live, and you aren’t sure how they affect your vessel documentation? Are you concerned about staying in compliance with the USCG even as you go through a period of transition? We know that, when life changes, essentially the last thing you want…
Has your life recently gone through changes that may affect the information on your Certificate of Documentation? Are you looking for a quick, easy way to update the info on your certificate with the powers that be? Here at the Vessel Registrar Center, we always aim to do everything in our power to make updating…
Being the owner of a boat can be one of the most gratifying experiences one can have in their lifetime. Being out on the open water, with the wind blowing through your hair and the sun warming your skin is an experience that cannot be matched by anything else. However, ownership of a boat comes…
The ownership of a boat is associated with a great deal of responsibility. In addition to ensuring that your boat is in satisfactory condition at all times, you are responsible for ensuring that you fully comply with all maritime rules and regulations, such as USCG documentation. Utilizing USCG paperwork for your vessel is among the…
The United States Coast Guard is the governmental department that regulates all of the maritime activity on federal and close international waters. They do so by issuing certificates and making sure that the boats are subject to the rules. This article will tell you what are those Coast Guard boat requirements you need to know,…
Did you know that you need various USCG documents to undertake activities like fishing and diving? When you own a boat, you’re subject to various additional obligations. The internet platform provided by the Maritime Paperwork Center provides a straightforward and safe method for the transfer and exchange of USCG documentation. The Maritime Paperwork Center is…
Regrettably, we sometimes need to sell our beloved boats. If that is your case, you might want to read this guide the Maritime Documentation Center has created. We cannot make that moment any less heartbreaking, yet we can do it more simple. This article will show what is all of the ship documentation that you…
The boat bill of sale (BBOS) is a vital document that you will need if you wish to purchase or buy a boat. It facilitates the transfer of ownership from one party to another. One of the many questions that many boat owners or buyers ask is if it can be handwritten. This article will…
Buying your boat may have seemed like the most complicated part for you. You had to deal with getting the price, working with the manufacturer (if you are buying new), or with a broker (if you purchased a used ship), and the paperwork may have seemed like it would never end. Even after you have…
The more time you spend online, the less you’ll be able to spend on your vessel. That’s a crude assessment, but it’s more or less true. It can certainly feel that way when you’re filling out watercraft registration documentation forms. When you sit down to deal with those, you’re likely to feel like you’d rather…
There is a significant probability that you are familiar with the MARAD Waiver if you are a yacht owner in the United States. But to be more specific, what is it? And do you have to apply to get it? In this article, we will respond to all the questions you have concerning the MARAD…
Vessel documentation offers a range of benefits to boat and ship owners. These benefits go beyond mere paperwork and have significant implications for any maritime activities. Part of this documentation involves obtaining endorsements, which are certifications that permit a vessel to engage in specific activities or operate in certain regions. What is a USCG registry…
Spring is a time of renewal. The flowers are blooming, the leaves are sprouting, and the air is warming up. If you own your recreational vessel, you’ve probably been thinking about taking it back out on the water. Perhaps you’ve done so already. On some spring days, it can feel a little chill. However, on…
The first time that you buy a boat, you may need to take out a loan in order to afford the full cost of the vessel. In order to get a reasonable sum for their purchase, many prospective boat owners choose to take out a type of loan called a preferred ship mortgage. This loan…