Do you plan on buying a used boat to sail US waters this new season? This task can be an exciting adventure, but going into it with your eyes wide open is essential. You can perform a USCG PSIX vessel search at our website in an easy, safe way. Our website is SSL encrypted, so…
Have you been trying to find out more information about a given vessel but aren’t sure who you can trust? Does it seem as if everything you read is too good to be true? It’s natural to be distrustful of what you read online, especially when it comes to something as significant as an investment…
Boat title fraud is a growing concern, often preying on buyers seeking good deals. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) highlights a surge in deceptive vessel titles, resulting in substantial losses for owners and insurers. Opting for a free boat title search may not uncover these sophisticated scams, posing a risk to your investment. To…
USCG documentation search is a vital tool for many vessel owners like you. This tool can provide you access to important boat information and documents. The USCG National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) maintains a database of all documented vessels. But you can use our service to search by vessel name or documentation number. Accessing Vital…
Have you been trying to find out who owns a particular boat? Do you have an eye on a boat and want to find the vessel’s ownership history? When you’re researching a boat for purchase, you want to know as much information as possible before you make a decision. Moreover, you want to make sure…
Make Your USCG Documented Vessel Search Easy Even though we live in the Information age today, where there is data and information all around us at the touch of a button, finding the information you require is not always as easy as it might seem. For things like getting the background on a used boat…
Have you been looking for the perfect vessel but worry that you aren’t getting “the full story?” Do you know a vessel’s name or number and aren’t sure about how to find out more? This is one more area where we can help. At Vessel Documentation Online, we have forms that can enable you to…
Springtime ushers in the siren call for maritime enthusiasts to return to the waters. It’s also a bustling pre-season for the used boat market, where diligent research becomes the keel of smart purchasing decisions. At the National Documentation Portal, we understand the excitement and the caution that comes with buying, selling, or simply exploring the…
It is exciting to own a boat. It is a great investment. It may not offer the same investment benefits as real estate. However, it offers non-material benefits. You can bond with your family and friends. You can experience activities that you can only experience on the water. But owning a boat comes with responsibilities,…
Your boat’s HIN number, or hull identification number is pretty important. It’s much like the VIN, or vehicle identification number for your car, truck, or SUV. The HIN is usually 12 to 14 digits and identifies your boat. Vessels that have been manufactured before 1973 are exempt from having a hull identification number. A prefix…