Here at the Vessel Documentation Center, we’re always glad to talk to fellow vessel owners. Perhaps the most common, most asked question that we receive is “do I have to register my vessel?” If you’ve never owned a boat before, the registrations, licenses, and everything that you have to get become confusing at best. We…
Find All the Forms You Need With Our Coast Guard Portal You have been searching for a new boat, and want to make sure that all of your documentation is up to date. If you are intending to document your boat with the federal agency, then you will have already accessed the official Coast guard…
Although the Coast Guard does have specific documentation standards, it is up to each Coast Guard district to choose which ones apply in their region. You may need additional Coast Guard documentation depending on where you want to sail and what activities you intend to carry out while at sea. Having your boat registered with…
For vessel owners embarking on the seas of legality, understanding the key steps for initial vessel documentation is paramount. In this comprehensive guide, we unveil the essential measures required to ensure a smooth initiation process. Explore the expertise of the National Documentation Portal as your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of initial documentation. Step…
Life carries with it so many things to worry about. That’s doubly true if you have a boat in your life. With safety concerns and more regarding your vessel, you’re liable to have plenty on your mind. That being said, the last thing you should have to worry about is your Coast Guard renewal documentation….
Have you been meaning to send in your Coast Guard application for documentation, but it feels like you can’t find the time? Do you find yourself procrastinating, and even when you do schedule out time to complete this form, you just check your phone or find some other distraction until you quit? You aren’t alone…
Have you been considering getting your vessel documented but have been on the fence about it? Are you unsure about whether or not it’s the right decision for you and your vessel? It’s a big decision, one way or the other, to decide whether or not to document your vessel. There are many benefits to…
You must have a solid understanding of what a “documented vessel” refers to if you are the owner of a US Coast Guard boat. “a vessel for which documentation of ownership and/or a declaration of national interest has been submitted with the Coast Guard,” as stated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is considered…
As a sailboat owner, you want to pick the perfect name for your vessel. After all, it’s likely that more time is spent sailing than actually giving thought to what the boat should be called. But coming up with the ideal moniker can be easier said than done! At our vessel documentation site, our focus…
It is exciting to own a boat. You can go anywhere you wish to go. However, as a vessel owner, you have the responsibility to register it with the USCG. It ensures that your yacht complies with federal regulations. Documenting it is a yearly thing. USCG documentation renewal, however, is a simple process if you…