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Use this form to upload relevant information (USCG 1340 Bill of Sale, Last Will and Testament, Previous COD) to your USCG Documentation application processing.
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A properly secured MARAD waiver can open the door for certain foreign-built small passenger vessels to operate in U.S. waters. However, the process is evolving. At the National Documentation E-Portal, our service simplifies the documentation portion of that process, helping vessel owners file accurately and efficiently when it is timeRead More
A copy of USCG certified documentation copy is an official, verified replica of the documentation records of a vessel. Authority of Coast Guard. This document is the authoritative evidence of a vessel’s particulars, ownership, and endorsements. Many vessel owners only realize the importance of this document when they face inspections,Read More
In February 2026, the United States Coast Guard announced a major narcotics offload valued at $133 million, reinforcing the reality that maritime enforcement is both complex and constant. It may seem unlikely, but boat documentation is a significant part of how the Coast Guard enforces the law and how boatRead More