Spring brings a renewed spirit to nature, with boat enthusiasts eagerly personalizing and prepping their vessels. Amidst this excitement, one often overlooked aspect is the decision to define the hailing port of your boat. The hailing port goes beyond mere decoration; it is a vital identifier required by the federal government, holding significant importance in…
Have you ever wondered “just who are the merchant marines?” Do you love being on the water and are considering turning that into a career? Yes, our vessel documentation site focuses primarily on vessel documentation. That said, we’ve provided help to the merchant marines plenty of times over the years as well. The merchant marines…
Do you find it to be a chore to fill out your vessel documentation? If you’re like so many other vessel owners, “completing your vessel documentation” is something you have to block out time for. Then, when the time comes, well, you procrastinate. Nothing wrong with that, it’s human nature. Who actually wants to take…
A vessel bill of sale is a legal document used to transfer the ownership rights and responsibilities of a boat from one person to another. In order to have your boat registered in the state of Florida, you do not need to provide a bill of sale for the vessel. On the other hand, if…
You have made the decision to purchase a yacht and have moved forward with the transaction. Whether you are buying new from the manufacturer or from a private seller, you will still have decisions you need to make regarding your vessel. There may be things you want to do that are decorative or restorative, or…
So many of us think of “boating” as just a warm-weather activity. Our experience with being on the water is limited to hot sunshine, warm water, and maybe a cool breeze. However, for many, winter boating is what it’s all about. Bundling family and friends up in warm (but not too warm) clothes, and heading…
You’ve tracked down the vessel you’ve been searching for. It’s been a long journey to find just the right boat for your coastwise passenger transfer business, but you finally did it. You got everything together, only to discover that… the vessel was built outside of the United States. This might seem like the kind of…
National Documentation Portal understands the importance of US Coast Guard documentation for recreational boaters. In this article, we will provide essential information and requirements for recreational boaters seeking USCG documentation. Simplify the process with the National Documentation Portal and enjoy a hassle-free boating experience. Why Consider US Coast Guard Documentation for Recreational Boaters While US…
When you sit down to fill out your boat documentation forms, do you get frustrated and just want to be done with them? Have you begun to complete them, whether online or by hand, only to wish that there was someone you could talk to for further clarification? If that sounds like something you’ve dealt…
Have you gone through a life change and want to make sure that you’re in compliance with the USCG? Life changes can happen in the blink of an eye. When they do, the last thing you want is to face fines or worse because you didn’t update the USCG properly. That’s where we can help….