Are you debating whether or not it’s time to register your boat with the Coast Guard? Does it seem like that might be the right course of action, but you want to know more before deciding to do so? If you have decided to do it, are you looking for the easiest possible way to…
Are you looking to save money in as many different parts of vessel ownership as you can? Does it seem like you spend too much on just about everything that has to do with your boat? Just about every vessel owner feels the same way. Here at Vessel Documentation Online, we can’t exactly help you…
Buying or selling a boat on the secondary market can take a lot of work on your part. If you are looking to buy a boat, you may find thousands of listings to go through before you can pinpoint the boat that has just what you want and is at the right price. For those…
Getting the right documentation for your vessel doesn’t have to be difficult. It can seem like it is. It can feel like there’s so much paperwork, so much of which may (or may not) apply to your specific vessel. And, if you don’t fill it out in just the right way, you either won’t be…
If the thought of owning a recreational vessel like a yacht or other boat is appealing to you, but you have never done anything like this before, it is always a good idea to spend some time learning as much as you can about boat ownership. You can do some research of your own to…
If you have a boat, you’ve probably heard about vessel documentation. Many boat owners don’t know whether they should get it for their boats or not. For many, the idea of going through one more round of paperwork is anathema to the entire point behind having a boat in the first place (which is to…
Are you pondering the idea of obtaining a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel, but uncertain if it’s the right move? Do questions about your eligibility for this certificate linger in your mind? The National Documentation Portal was created, in part, to provide answers to these exact questions. Among the numerous forms we assist vessel…
Once you have bought a large pleasure vessel for yourself, getting it out onto the water becomes your top priority. There are rules and regulations that you need to familiarize yourself with, and depending on your purchase, you may or may not have the requirement of getting federal documentation for your vessel from the United…
When you own a boat, navigating the waters is not just about the thrill of adventure—it also comes with responsibilities and regulations. One critical aspect of boat ownership that often gets overlooked is documentation renewal. In this guide, brought to you by Vessel Documentation Online, we’ll explore why timely Boat Documentation Renewal is of utmost…
Are you wondering how much boat documentation costs? If so, the documentation requirements established by the US Coast Guard are something every boat owner must be aware of. The completion of documentation is a confirmation that your boat satisfies specific construction and safety criteria. You won’t be allowed to register your yacht in certain areas,…