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
Your Guide to 46 CFR 67 Subpart i Vessel Marking
Under 46 CFR 67 Subpart i, documented vessels must display specific identifying information in a way that complies with federal regulations. Understanding these requirements can help avoid unnecessary complications while keeping records aligned with Coast Guard expectations. The Purpose of 46 CFR 67 Subpart i Federal vessel marking requirements existRead More
Reinstate Your Documentation: A Complete Guide to Compliance Recovery
Documentation of the vessel must be valid and kept up to date and on board. Nevertheless, there may be a lapse because of either missed renewal or administrative delay. When this situation occurs, it becomes vital to Reinstate Your Documentation. By having your ship redocumented, you restore the legal statusRead More
Maritime Mortgage Filing: A Complete Guide for Vessel Owners
It takes more than getting financing for a vessel. It needs legal documentation in an appropriate manner to protect lenders and vessels owners. At this point, you can file a maritime mortgage. It guarantees that the financial stakes in a ship are enshrined in and enforceable by maritime law. ARead More

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