When you first became a boat owner, whether you purchased a vessel for commercial use or a pleasure craft, you went through the process to get a Certificate of Documentation (COD) from the U.S. Coast Guard. The process can be complicated and lengthy, but once you have it completed, you know you are part of…
Are you a boat owner looking for an effective and reliable way to secure the ownership of your vessel? If so, you may want to consider obtaining a First Preferred Ship Mortgage. This is one of the most popular forms of protection in protecting vessel security interests and it can provide substantial financial benefits. You…
There are a few key pieces of data in relation to your vessel that will prove to be very important in terms of its standing with the law. On one hand, the name will probably be the most evident. However, just as important, you have your vessel’s hailing port. What is a Hailing Port? A…
Whether you’re a recreational sailor or a professional maritime navigator, the waters can be unpredictable. As a boat owner, it is important to familiarize yourself with visual distress signals for boats – an array of lights and shapes on the water that indicate another vessel may be in peril or require assistance. Knowing how to…
Is this your first time hearing about the USCG documentation number? You may not know exactly what it is. But it is vital information that you must present each time you need to renew your vessel’s Certificate of Documentation. Now, the question is “How to find the USCG documentation number?” Let’s explore the steps to…
The Maritime Documentation Center is where to go if you’re a U.S. Coast Guard vessel owner and need authentic documentation services. For a shipowner, vessel documentation services are critical. You must keep it registered with the U.S. Coast Guard if you own a boat. To be safe, it’s better to notify the USCG of any…
As a boat owner, you are probably aware by now that registration and paperwork are essential components to secure your vessel and remain in compliance with both state and federal requirements. When it comes to federal permits, the Maritime Documentation Center offers complete services of registration and lets you conduct a United States Coast Guard…
In the maritime realm, a vessel’s documentation is its paper trail, reflecting its compliance, history, and legal standing. Vessel Registrar LLC invites you on a journey to explore the significance of keeping tabs on your vessel’s status of documentation. Understanding and monitoring this status ensures smooth sailing and compliance on the open waters. Why Monitor…
Owning a boat is an exciting venture and one of the best parts about it is being able to explore different waterways. While you may feel ready to set out on your journey, you may have to document your vessel first. There are some who can choose to document a vessel and there are those…
Modern technology means that you can often find all the information you need with a few clicks of a mouse. However, when it comes to performing a reliable USCG vessels search for documentation relating to a boat you are interested in, things can be much more complicated. This is because the search needs to go…
The New Year not only ushers in blooming wishes but it also marks the start of the boating season, thrilling sea lovers and nautical enthusiasts nationwide. As the gentle waves beckon, the search for the perfect gift for the avid boater in your life begins. It’s an ideal time to consider a thoughtful present, whether…
Have you been waiting for the right time to renew boat registration, but aren’t sure what that is? Does the process of going about renewing your vessel registration seem far, far more complicated than it should be? The latter is what we found to be true in our experiences. It’s a major reason why we…
Title insurance companies provide an abstract of title and a summary of the property’s ownership history. Owners of boats who are considering acquiring a vessel that has been previously owned may find this paper to be an invaluable resource in assessing the hazards of such an acquisition. Additionally, an Abstract of Title may be utilized…
As people who own boats used by the United States Coast Guard, we are responsible for upholding several significant obligations and responsibilities. One of them is ensuring that all our boats have the appropriate documentation through the vessel documentation search. Documentation for our boats demonstrates that we are the legal owners of certain vessels and…
You’ll need an Exchange U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Documentation if you don’t want to purchase a yacht but would still like to use one for recreational purposes in exchange for yearly fees. The price of this certification varies with the type of boat you intend to operate. Still, it is always much more affordable than selling…