National Vessel Documentation Center, Certificate of Documentation

National Vessel Documentation Center Certificate of Documentation: Facts

Do you think you may need a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel but aren’t sure? Does it seem like the rules for who does and who does not require such a certificate are arbitrary at best? Over the years, we’ve helped so many vessel owners with that exact quandary. For many, this is the…

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USCG PSIX vessel search

USCG PSIX Vessel Search: Uncover Your Boat’s Secrets

Do you plan on buying a used boat to sail US waters this new season? This task can be an exciting adventure, but going into it with your eyes wide open is essential. You can perform a USCG PSIX vessel search at our website in an easy, safe way.  Our website is SSL encrypted, so…

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Coast Guard Boat Documentation

Maintaining Coast Guard Boat Documentation Come What May

Did something happen recently that you worry could cause your documentation status to be in jeopardy? Have you grown concerned that your vessel documentation might be due for renewal soon but aren’t entirely sure? We designed our Vessel Documentation Site to help with these questions and many others. Here, we believe that getting vessel documentation…

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Everything You Need To Know About Selling a Documented Vessel

Did you know that there are regulatory hoops you must jump through to sell a documented vessel? Are you familiar with the purpose of the hoops? No? Don’t worry about it since we’re here to assist you! This article on our blog will provide you with all the information you want about the sale of…

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hailing port

Everything you Need to Know About The Hailing Port of a Vessel

Getting started with boating is a two-way street. On one hand, if you are giving your first steps in the area, you will need to learn how to properly sail the boat. On the other hand, once those of you who have finished with that will soon have to acknowledge all of the different responsibilities…

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Vessel Documentation Search Done Right Through Our Site

Have you been researching a particular vessel? Do you want to learn more about a vessel but want to be sure that information comes from an unimpeachable source? We can help. Here at the National Documentation Portal, you can conduct a vessel documentation search through our site. This search can help you to learn more…

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Boat Documentation Explained: the Notice of Claim of Lien

Boat Documentation Explained: the Notice of Claim of Lien

Are you contemplating the strategic move of initiating a “Notice of Claim of Lien” against someone, but find navigating the process challenging? Perhaps you’re a diligent worker left high and dry by a vessel owner who owes you for your toil. If so, we may be able to help. Here at the National Documentation Portal,…

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Steps to Follow to Acquire Your Cruising Permit

Steps to Follow to Acquire Your Cruising Permit

Foreign-flagged boats and other types of recreational vessels that come from different countries need to apply for a cruising permit. This Boat Documentation must have mutual arrangements with the US. Upon issuance of this permit, the captain of the vessel gets exempted from having to: File manifestos, acquire permits or accomplish any related entry or…

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