Are you in the process of selling a boat and want to know if you need a bill of sale? Do you know what goes into a bill of a sale for a boat when you write one? Not every vessel sale requires a bill of sale and indeed, some sales cannot include them. Here…
What is U.S. Vessel Documentation? To own a ship and sail away is the dream of many people. Some lucky ones can make their dreams come true. Unfortunately, reality has some details that dreams don’t contemplate. Legal issues of all kind can make the whole experience trickier than you think. For this reason, it’s good…
Have you been looking for an easier way to file your vessel documentation? Does each Coast Guard portal that claims they’ll make the process “simpler and easier” actually seemingly make it more complicated and time-consuming? Put simply, life is too short to spend more time filling out vessel documentation than you have to. That said,…
If you are the owner of a boat owned by the United States Coast Guard, you know the significance of having a documented vessel. Documentation not only confers various advantages on vessel owners but is also obligatory for completing some tasks, such as traveling over state boundaries. In light of this, if you want to…
We take great pride in our USCG documentation services. Our site covers all of the vessel documentation you’ll need. No matter which stage of vessel ownership you’re at, you can find the documentation you need for your vessel on our site. However, we’re always looking for ways to offer our customers more. Occasionally, we like…
When you have an attractive boat or yacht that you want to use in US waters, you will need to keep it registered with the US Coast Guard. In order to do this, each year you will have to apply for a US Coast Guard vessel renewal form. This is a way to renew your…
Have you been thinking about getting out on the water but are concerned about the still-cold weather? Do you want to enjoy boating safely but want to stay warm and cozy, too? Springtime boating, as we transition from winter to spring, can be a truly enjoyable way to celebrate the changing seasons. That said, you…
Every boat owner knows the thrill of the open water, the wind in your hair, and the adventure that awaits. But behind those unforgettable moments lies a vital responsibility: documentation renewal. Think of it as your boat’s annual nautical tune-up, ensuring it’s ready to navigate the seas legally and safely. In this article, we’ll dive…
With hurricane season nearer than you think, are you prepared? Do you know what to do should a hurricane come to your port? Yes, there’s only so much you can do in the event of a hurricane. However, you want to be as prepared as possible. Our USCG documentation Portal was always designed to be…
Do you want to fill out your vessel documentation, yet when you sit down to do it you find that it’s so confusing and off-putting you just stop? When you see specific codes and phrases like CG-1258 do you suddenly want to do anything else? You aren’t alone. Filling out vessel documentation forms is just…