The digital, nigh-paperless world didn’t always exist. In the past, if you had to get all of your vessel documents in one place, it wasn’t easy. You probably had to print them out or physically go to get them, which meant that you had to carry them, put them in some kind of folder or…
While buying and owning a boat might seem pretty straightforward to you when you are seeking to do it for the first time, you should know that there are many rules and regulations that you need to know to make sure you register your boat correctly. This is especially important when you are getting a…
Understanding the Importance of Vessel Documentation Renewal Explore the crucial role of vessel documentation renewal in maintaining regulatory compliance and operational integrity. Learn why vessel owners must prioritize the renewal process to ensure seamless operations in the maritime industry. Streamlining the Renewal Journey with National Documentation Portal Discover how the National Documentation Portal streamlines the…
In the vast realm of maritime adventures, navigating the bureaucratic waters might not be the first thing on your mind when you’re eyeing that sleek vessel at the harbor. National Vessel Documentation Center forms can help through just about every step of vessel ownership. The uncertainty surrounding which forms to procure and when to use…
Do you have an eye on your next vessel? Are you currently researching a few particular vessels and want to get more information on them, but, it has to specifically be information you can trust? With the entire internet at your fingertips, it’s easier than ever to find info about a boat. However, paradoxically, that…
Purchasing a boat is a significant investment that takes time and money, but boat ownership also includes a lot of paperwork, especially if you choose to or must register your vessel with the Coast Guard. There can be times for initial applications for documentation, you need replacements, are transferring documentation to a new owner, want…
Do you own a vessel made outside the U.S. but want to sail it for business within American waters? Feeling discouraged by the strict rule against foreign-built vessels in the U.S. market? We have a solution – access to the MARAD waiver. This allows the use of specific foreign vessels in the U.S. As you…
Vessel documentation has its own jargon, essentially its own language. These terms can be confusing to people who have spent much of their lives on the water, much less someone who’s just starting out. No matter what form of vessel documentation that you’re looking for, we have it here at our site. We know that…
There’s no bigger relief than that coming from finally fulfilling your vessel mortgage. However, before you get to fully enjoy that satisfaction, you will have to submit some paperwork, including your release of mortgage form, to the United States Coast Guard. Let’s talk about what that process is like. What is a Release of Mortgage?…
The US Coast Guard phone number is a vital piece of information for any boat owner. A good rule of thumb is to have it near the phone in your boat. You might also consider keeping the phone number as a contact in your cell phone so that you have more than one place to…