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Coast Guard Safety Requirements

Coast Guard Safety Requirements: Secure on the Water

Are you a boat owner looking to securely explore the open waters? Keeping up with Coast Guard safety requirements is key for any vessel out there. Knowing and fulfilling these requirements can ensure not only your own safety but also that of any passengers who may be accompanying you on your journey. This guide will…

USCG Boat Documentation

Will You Find Personal Identifiable Information (PII) During Boat Documentation Search?

There are many benefits of USCG-documented boats. For instance, if you use your boat in international waters, USCG documentation lets you enter and leave foreign ports easily. If you are planning to purchase a documented boat and wish to know the owner’s details, can you find personally identifiable information when you conduct a USCG boat…

Why Should Vessel Documentation Services SSL Encrypted?

Is SSL encryption available via your vessel documentation service provider? Likely, you don’t want the US Coast Guard to have access to your personal information and financial activities. You may protect yourself from identity theft by utilizing an SSL-encrypted service, even if the US Coast Guard protects you from being hacked. There is a big…

Vessel Documentation Search for the Best Submission Portal is Over

Have you been searching for an easier way to complete your vessel documentation? Does it feel like it shouldn’t be difficult in the slightest to fill out vessel documentation? Before we started our site, we were vessel owners, just like you. We would do a vessel documentation search for a portal that made things easier…

What you Need to Know About the USCG Abstract of Title

Any vessel that was at some point registered with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) generated a type of document that we call “Abstract of Title”. If you are not familiar with this type of paperwork there is no need to stress. No one was born knowing what US Coast documentation is or what you…

USCG Documentation Fee

Eligible Boat: What is the USCG Documentation Fee?

If your boat is Coast Guard documented, you can clear customs quicker than when you have a State-registered vessel. However, not all boats are eligible for documentation. In that case, the only time you pay for the USCG documentation fee is when you need to document your boat if it is eligible.  The Importance of…

Facts About USCG Documentation

If you’re like most people, you’ve heard of USCG documentation, but may not know exactly what it is. It stands for “United States Coast Guard Documentation.” It can help with a wide variety of thing. People don’t often realize that. It can also be difficult and ultimately quite time consuming to fill out. It can…

Abstract Of Title Form

Abstract Of Title Form: Your Boat’s Historical Passport

With the spring boat buying season in full swing, savvy vessel owners and registrants know that preparation is vital to a successful purchase. In the bustling market, one document stands out as indispensable for buyers, sellers, boat brokers, and service suppliers alike—the Abstract of Title form.  This article aims to decode this document, explain why…

Vessel Bill of Sale Explained To New Vessel Owners

You may be a new owner of a USCG boat and have questions about a vessel bill of sale and why it is vital to have one. This paper is a legally binding agreement between the buyer and seller of a boat. It specifies the specifics of the selling transaction and is signed by both…

What are the Benefits of Using a Hailing Port?

A hailing port is a location designated by the United States Coast Guard for boats greater than 65 feet to check in before moving throughout the waters of the United States. Even though the boat’s proprietor (also known as the boat’s captain) must regularly report to a specified calling point, they are not confined to…

National Vessel Documentation

Facts About the United States Coast Guard National Vessel Documentation

Sadly, many boat owners still do not know what the United States Coast Guard national vessel documentation is. They are also not aware of the repercussions if they do not document their boats, if qualified. So, stick around and find out the facts about this documentation so you will be guided accordingly.  Who is Responsible…

Vessel Search by Name

A Comprehensive Search by Name Tutorial

Embarking on a maritime journey involves more than just navigating the physical seas—it’s about exploring the seas of information. In this comprehensive tutorial, Vessel Registrar Center delves into the intricacies of vessel search by name, empowering owners with the knowledge to confidently navigate the maritime data waves. Foundations of Vessel Search by Name Before diving…

Tips for Getting Your United States Coast Guard Boat Ready for Winter

It is crucial to start thinking about preparing your United States Coast Guard boat for winter as soon as the weather becomes cooler. To ensure that your boat is prepared for the upcoming cold weather, there are a few things that you may do on your own. This article will cover helpful hints and suggestions…

A Boat Registry Website that Simplifies the Registry for Boat Owners

Do you want to get on a boat registry without a lot of hassle? Have you tried filling out these vessel documentation forms online in the past only to find that it was far more difficult than you were told? We share your frustrations. Indeed, those are some of the most significant reasons that we…

Boat CF numbers

Boat CF numbers: What They Mean and How to Get

Are you wondering exactly which numbers you need to have marked on your vessel and which you don’t have to worry about? Does it seem confusing as to which numbers are important and which are less so? We designed the Vessel Registrar Center to not just be a place where vessel owners could find the…