Vessel Documentation Forms

Renew Certificate

Renew your Certificate of Documentation for up to five years in advance. Begin Application

Change of Address

Change the physical or mailing address on your Certificate of Documentation. Begin Application

Abstract of Title

Discover more information about a vessel. Begin Application

Initial Vessel Documentation

Document your vessel with the Coast Guard. Begin Application

Transfer/Exchange

Transfer/Exchange ownership of the vessel, change the managing owner, and more. Begin Application

Reinstatement of Documentation

Reinstate a certificate that expired more than thirty days ago. Begin Application

Certified Copy of Documentation

Acquire a certified copy of the vessel’s certificate as it exists on record. Begin Application

Deletion from USCG Documentation

Delete the vessel from US Coast Guard documentation. Begin Application

Replacement of Certificate of Documentation

Replace the Certificate of Documentation if it has been lost or mutilated. Begin Application

Change of Vessel Name or Hailing Port

Change the vessel’s name or its hailing port. Begin Application

Change of Endorsement/Trade Indicator

Change your vessel’s endorsement or trade indicator. Begin Application

Satisfaction/Release of Mortgage

Apply for a satisfaction of mortgage. Begin Application

Preferred Ship Mortgage

Apply for a First Preferred Ship’s Mortgage for your documented vessel. Begin Application

Notice of Claim of Lien (NCL)

Apply for a recording of a claim of lien against a documented vessel. Begin Application

Marad Small Vessel Waiver

Apply for a waiver of the US-build requirement to conduct limited passenger operations in America. Begin Application

Foreign Vessel Title Search Request

Discover more information about vessels in select foreign countries. Begin Application

Document Upload

Use this form to upload relevant information (USCG 1340 Bill of Sale, Last Will and Testament, Previous COD) to your USCG Documentation application processing. Upload Documents

Vessel Documentation Search

Conduct a vessel documentation search by Official Number and HIN. Click Here to Perform a Vessel Documentation Search
Online USCG Renewal Lower Fees: How to Avoid Extra Costs
It is imperative for many boat owners to renew their vessel’s federal documentation. Yet, total expenses can be affected by timing as well as filing methods. Vessel owners search USCG renewal lower fees online to avoid paying higher costs and incurring penalties along the way. By filing properly, you canRead More
NVDC Documentation Services Portal: Simplifying Vessel Compliance
To gain federal vessel documentation, precision, accuracy, and timeliness are required. The documentation services portal of the NVDC is instrumental for vessels owner in the management of vessels. To avoid delays in the processing of your application, it is essential that you submit complete and accurate information when renewing yourRead More
Illegal Charters vs. Compliance: USCG Certificate of Documentation Facts
A charter can be a great way to make money, but you always want to make certain that you’re legally compliant. Recent enforcement activity highlights how closely federal and local authorities monitor vessels operating for hire. We can help you secure and maintain the USCG Certificate of Documentation required toRead More

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