Boat documentation can provide nationality for international purposes. It can also regulate trade among fishing grounds. You may use our national vessel documentation search to find out more about the standards and requirements to document your vessel. National Vessel Documentation Search on the Requirements for Documentation There are standards and requirements you must meet to…
Have you recently gone through some life changes that you feel may necessitate updating your vessel registration? Does it feel like whenever you have to update or renew your Coast Guard boat registration, it’s more difficult than it should be? The truth is that many vessel owners, often have to renew their vessel registration throughout…
A lot more goes into owning a boat than you may realize at first. While you may purchase your ship with the intent of going out and enjoying time with your friends and family, fishing, swimming, snorkeling, or just traveling to warm, exotic places, you have to work at maintaining your boat to keep it…
Are you considering embarking on a boat-related business venture? If so, it’s crucial to navigate the rules and regulations effectively. Among these requirements is the USCG boat documentation, particularly vital for commercial boats over five net tons. In instances where the Certificate of Documentation (COD) has lapsed, the process of applying for USCG vessel documentation…
Are you considering renaming your vessel, but you keep asking yourself: is it bad luck to rename a boat? Rest assured, we are here to clarify the process of changing a boat’s name and ease your worries! From understanding the superstition around why some think it is bad luck to rename a boat to applying…
We understand that vessel documentation can be confusing. Even if you’ve spent your entire life on boats and the water, even if you’ve owned your vessel for several years, the documentation process can be an opaque one. You may be going through our site, wondering which document is right for your vessel, if any of…
So, you’ve been going through the process of finding the boat of your dreams for some time now, and finally, the stars have aligned and you have come into contact with the perfect vessel and the ideal seller. Once you debate the price that is right for both of you, and you have paid the…
A boat is a precious thing. For many of us, having a boat is something that you dream of and spend years planning for. But, all things must end. Eventually, even the most ardent vessel owners often sell their boats. Sometimes, it’s for profit and often it’s to clear space so that they can get…
You are looking for a new vessel, either as part of your entry into the maritime world, or to extend your business. You have several different boats available to choose from and want to make sure that you buy the right vessel to meet your needs. You also want to check that there is no…
The USCG number of your documented boat works like your social security number. It stays with the boat. In that case, even if you sell it, the number remains the same. What is the purpose of this number? How to find it? Searching for USCG Number — a Common Practice Searching for this number is…
As a proud boat owner registered with the United States Coast Guard, you know the importance of keeping your vessel safe and compliance with regulations. One requirement for Coast Guard registration is submitting your contact information, including an email address. SSL encryption has made it such that you may now execute this task online in…
Have you bought a new vessel? If you have, then make sure that you have the necessary documents to prove that you are now the legal owner of the boat. And if the boat is more than 5 net tons, make sure that you document it with the USCG. One of the requirements is the…
If you own a vessel registered with the US Coast Guard, you must keep your boat documentation up to date and in order. In this all-inclusive guide, we will walk you through the actions you need to follow to ensure that your boat’s documentation is accurate. We’ve got you covered whether this is your first…
Owning a vessel is a journey that comes with various considerations, and choosing to have your vessel documented by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) brings a set of distinct advantages. In this article, Vessel Registrar LLC, a leading third-party agency for USCG Documentation processing to NVDC, explores the unparalleled benefits of owning USCG Documented Vessels.…
Are you considering buying or selling a boat and need to know how that transaction should be recorded? When it comes to keeping track of ownership changes, a vessel bill of sale may be a document you need. As experts in vessel documentation, we’ve helped many to make sure they create a bill of sale…