USCG Documentation with a Fishery Endorsement
For commercial fishing within the United States or the EEZ, vessels that meet the criteria—measuring at least five net tons in volume and fully U.S.-owned—should be documented with a “Fishery” endorsement. This can be selected when completing the U.S. Coast Guard documentation form.
Click here to apply for initial USCG documentation.
If your vessel is already documented and you need to add a Fishery endorsement, use this link for a Change of Endorsement/Trade Indicator.
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