All That’s Contained in a Boat Lookup By Hull Number

Discovering a boat’s history can begin with just one piece of information: the Hull Identification Number, or HIN. With this unique number, it’s possible to uncover valuable data tied to a vessel’s status and background. At the National Documentation Portal, we offer a straightforward way to access a boat lookup by hull number. Our portal…

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USCG Documentation Portal

How USCG Registration Works

Many vessel owners in the Sunshine State begin their journey by learning about Florida boat registrations—and understandably so. Registering a boat with the state is a necessary step for many recreational vessels operating in Florida waters. You may need to document your vessel federally with the USCG if it meets certain size or usage criteria….

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boat bill of sale

As is Bill of Sale for a Boat: Best Way to Create

Selling or buying a boat can be a complex process, especially so (and perhaps surprisingly so), when the sale is “as is.” An “as is bill of sale for a boat” carries specific implications for both the buyer and the seller, and understanding how to draft one correctly is important. At the National Documentation Portal,…

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Coast Guard vessel documentation search by number

Like a Boat VIN Number Lookup: The Power of Our Search

Just as every car has a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to establish its unique identity, every vessel has its own identification markers that serve a similar role. For undocumented recreational vessels, this identifier is the Hull Identification Number (HIN). For documented vessels, it’s the USCG Official Number. At the National Documentation Portal, we offer resources…

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US Coast Guard documentation search

The US Coast Guard Documentation Info

When vessel owners begin researching  US Coast Guard documentation info, one of the first questions they ask is whether their boat needs to be documented. The answer depends on the vessel’s size, purpose, and how it will be used. At the National Documentation Portal, we help clarify these requirements and provide a secure, easy-to-use online…

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US Coast Guard Registry

Hawaii Boat Registration: State and National Solutions

For vessel owners in Hawaii, understanding how to register and document a boat can feel complicated. Between state requirements and federal options, figuring out what applies to your vesseand what’s optional—can take time. At the National Documentation Portal, we help simplify the federal Hawaii boat registration process, especially when it comes to federally documenting eligible…

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USCG Documented Vessels

Coast Guard Documented Boat: The Right Forms for Selling It

If you’re planning on selling a Coast Guard documented boat, there are certain rules and procedures that you’ll need to follow. Documented vessels fall under the jurisdiction of the United States Coast Guard and are governed by federal maritime law.  That means it requires the proper documentation, submitted correctly and in a timely manner. At…

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