Vessel Documentation Service

Our Vessel Documentation Service Makes Life Easier

Paperwork can feel like the bane of our existence today. Even though we live in what is called the “Electronic Age,” everywhere you turn, you get more paperwork that you need to fill out, type up, and send to someone or somewhere. Not only does all this take time and effort, but a lot of…

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Hailing Port

Staying Safe From Your Hailing Port Till You Return

We always want all of our boaters to stay safe out there. That’s true at any time of the year, but especially during a global pandemic. The weather’s getting nicer, some states and countries are beginning to open up, so we’re all itching to get back out on our boats. That can be very safe,…

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Protect Your Boat With A Coast Guard Vessel Registry

Vessels operating in US waters are under the jurisdiction of the United States Coast Guard, and if you want to make sure that your vessel is completely protected by this agency, you need to file for a certificate of documentation. If you are sailing this boat as a pleasure craft, or as a commercial investment,…

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is it bad luck to rename a boat

Is it Bad Luck to Rename a Boat?

There’s a certain amount of superstition on the water and if you’re the proud owner of a new watercraft, you may be wondering if is it bad luck to rename a boat. Whether you simply want to give your boat a name you’ve always dreamed of or the boat comes with a name you can’t…

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Coast Guard documentation

Easy Way to Process United States Coast Guard Documentation

Vessel documentation is an essential part of boat ownership, but that doesn’t mean it is something to look forward to. Filling out and processing vessel documentation used to take a long time, requiring the printing out of forms, trips to the post office, and days of worrying that your private information may have been lost…

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NOAA boat registry

NOAA Boat Registry: What You Need To Know Before Spring Boating Season

As the winter season approaches its end, the thought of enjoying warm days on the water gets more and more exciting. However, before you set sail, you must ensure you’ve fulfilled all the mandatory requirements for the NOAA boat registry.  This comprehensive guide will help you understand the process and enable you to comply with…

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Registering a Boat in Wisconsin

Registering a Boat in Wisconsin and Elsewhere: What to Know

Are you wondering if registering a boat in Wisconsin is necessary for your specific situation? Do you know what there is to know about registering or documenting a vessel in your state? We can help. Here at our vessel documentation site, we’ve helped vessel owners from all walks of life to know what they have…

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abstract of title

Nothing Abstract About Needing an Abstract of Title

As of this writing, it’s a good time to buy a boat. The weather’s getting nicer, summer is almost here, and there are plenty of great boats on the market. However, with so many deals around, there are some pretty bad ones too. The last thing anyone wants is to go through the entire process…

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Adding Yours to the List of US Documented Vessels

Adding Yours to the List of US Documented Vessels

The United States vessel registry is older than most people think. In fact, it was initially set up as one of the earlier acts of the very first United States Congress. This is a long list that’s been going for a long time. At our site, you can get your vessel onto the list of…

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What “Vessel Documentation Center” Really Means

What “Vessel Documentation Center” Really Means

At Vessel Documentation Online, we believe that our site should be all about vessel documentation. That may sound obvious, but in this industry, it’s unique. We don’t offer anything but an easier way to handle your vessel documentation. We’re not looking to sell subscriptions, or boat parts and accessories on the side, or anything like…

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