Are you tired of waiting for your Coast Guard documentation to get processed? Does it feel like you spend so much time laboriously filling out forms only to have to wait and wait for you to get the documentation you need? We felt the same way. Those are major reasons why we started our online…
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Moving Forward With a MARAD Waiver
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…
Get Your Yacht Documentation in Order Before Setting Sail
You finally did it, you have the boat of your dreams. Owning a yacht is a delightful way to leisurely enjoy the coast and the sea, but not before getting your yacht documentation in order, of course. Let’s go over what you’ll need to do before setting sail. Yacht Documentation There is a misconception regarding…
How Can You Get a Boat Title with a Vessel Bill Of Sale
Documents like a Vessel Bill of Sale are legal documents that allow buyers and sellers to transfer ownership of boats and other vessels in written form. It is commonly used in the marine industry. When purchasing or selling a vessel, a Bill of Sale formalizes the transaction and makes it legally binding. In all maritime…
Solving Common United States Coast Guard Documentation Problems
Do you have questions about United States Coast Guard documentation that it doesn’t seem like anyone is able to answer? When you reach out to so-called “experts” and professionals on Coast Guard documentation, does it feel like they take forever to get back to you (if they get back at all?) Of the many reasons…
All the Boat Transfer Paperwork You’ll Need
Are you in the process of transferring your boat from one location to another and need the documentation that can keep you in compliance with the authorities? Have you almost come to the end of the boat selling process and now need the proper boat transfer paperwork? If so, you’ve come to the right place….
Builders Certificate for Boats: A Timeless Document
Navigating the waters of boat ownership isn’t just about steering through the waves; it’s also about possessing the correct documentation that anchors the legitimacy of your marine treasure. The Builders Certificate for a boat is an essential document with a historical aura that has traversed through time. At National Documentation Portal, we understand the importance…
Sail Through Red Tape: The Essential Guide to National Documentation Center Online Forms
The open sea beckons, but before you set sail, there’s one crucial step you can’t overlook — your vessel’s documentation. Thankfully, the tide has turned in the favor of boat owners, buyers, and brokers, thanks to the online tools offered by the National Documentation Center. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a curious newcomer to…
Maintaining a Documented Vessel Number When You “Run Aground”
Have you run into a problem with your vessel documentation? Did you miss the renewal deadline, or has something else gone not exactly as you had hoped? Vessel documentation, even if you’ve spent much of your life on the water, can be delicate and tricky. One of the major reasons we started our site was…
Warranty Boat Bill Of Sale: What Is It, and How It Works
If you’ve ever bought a dealership-advertised secondhand boat, you undoubtedly have a warranty bill of sale in your filing cabinet. With this document, you’ll be able to establish that your boat includes specific guarantees and that warranty repair will be performed directly by the manufacturer or reseller. A boat warranty bill of sale is a…