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Filling Out the USCG Documentation Renewal Form Like a Pro

Renewing your USCG documentation is a crucial responsibility for vessel owners, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and maintaining the legality of your watercraft. The first step in this journey is mastering the USCG documentation renewal form. Sail with Confidence Vessel Registrar Center takes the stress out of paperwork. Our expert team guides you through the…

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Abandoned Boats in Florida: What to Do if You Encounter

Have you come across abandoned boats in Florida and aren’t sure about the protocols for procuring one? No worries – there’s much more to it than meets the eye. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through what constitutes an abandoned boat in Florida and touch on all aspects from acquiring one legally to understanding…

How to Get a MARAD Waiver Online, Easy, and Fast

Did you recently come into possession of a vessel that you aren’t sure what to do with? Do you have a small, foreign-built vessel (or vessel of unknown origin) that you’d like to use for some commercial activity? As you probably know, American law (specifically, the Jones Act) basically does everything possible to make sure…

Reasons Why US Coast Guard is important for a Boat

The United States Coast Guard, sometimes known as the USCG, is essential. There are several reasons why the US Coast Guard should be regarded as a crucial element in your boating life, but one of the most apparent ones is to protect your well-being while you are out on the sea. The United States Coast…

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How to Buy a Boat with a CG 1340 Bill of Sale

Whether you’re buying your first boat or are looking to upgrade the one you have, it’s exciting to look at vessels as you decide which is best for you. When you buy a boat, you will notice that there is a wide range of boat types, qualities, and selling circumstances. It’s always best to only…

Boat Registration Renewal Made to Fit Your Life

Do you have a nagging suspicion in the back of your mind that it’s time to renew your vessel registration? Does it feel like it’s time for boat registration renewal but you aren’t entirely sure? At our site, we understand how much of a chore vessel documentation can be. After all, we’re vessel owners ourselves.…

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Vessel Documentation: Notice of Claim of Lien Explained

Have you been considering filing a notice of claim of lien against the owner of a documented vessel? This isn’t something to be done lightly. But, for many who are owed money by a documented vessel owner, it’s the best course of action. Here at the Vessel Registrar Center, we’ve helped so many to get…

Tips for Avoiding Pollution with Your USCG Documented Vessel

As the owner or operator of a USCG documented vessel, you know how important it is that we preserve our waterways’ pristine conditions. Even with the best intentions, however, it’s possible that you could be unknowingly polluting the water while you’re out at sea. In order to avoid any inadvertent contamination of the waterways that…

Have You Forgotten to Renew Your Registration?

Have you forgotten something? You may have been busy enjoying the open water, fishing, water skiing and soaking up the sun. It can be easy to get lost in being on your boat and enjoying that freedom. You have spent time exploring the seas and haven’t thought much about your registration since you got your…

An NVDC for Vessel Owners of All Kinds

Is there anything better than knowing that your vessel is in the best possible hands? This is something that all types of boat enthusiasts can appreciate. At the National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC), our mission is to provide boat owners with the highest-quality services possible, regardless of the type or size of their vessels. Whether…

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Benefits of Boat Ownership for Boat Owners in America

Are you considering taking the plunge and becoming a boat owner? Owning a boat is an incredible privilege. Boats bring people closer to nature, create amazing memories that can last a lifetime, and foster great relationships with friends and family members–all while giving us full access to the jewels of our beautiful oceans. Boat ownership…

Find Your Vessel Using Coast Guard Documentation Search

Knowing how to conduct a proper Coast Guard Documentation Search can be a really helpful tool to help you out if you own a pleasure boat, a fishing ship, or a diving vessel. While this information is freely available on the US Coast Guard website, it might be difficult to find what you are looking for.…

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How to Obtain the Right Forms for Vessel Documentation from USCG?

Acquiring a boat comes with a myriad of benefits. Not only can you enjoy recreational voyages with friends across international waters, but you can also delve into commercial ventures. However, before embarking on these adventures, it’s crucial to ensure your boat possesses the necessary documentation to operate legally. For vessels exceeding five net tons, having…

How to Get Your Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Change of Address

If at any time while your certificate of documentation is still valid you move out from the location you had given to the USCG on the application, you need to submit a US Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Change of Address. This article will explain to you how to do that, how many years your certificate…

Writing a Boat Bill of Sale Step by Step

If you are about to get yourself in the middle of a sell-buy transaction, learning how to write an appropriate boat bill of sale is definitely something you must know how to do. Legally, this document is used to transfer ownership from one party to another. In a way, it is similar to getting a…