Does vessel documentation seem far more complicated than it has any right to be? Do you have burning questions about boat documentation that seem to lack clear answers? Look no further. Our website isn’t just a platform for vessel owners to register their boats; it’s also a knowledge hub tailored to cater to all your…
Buying or selling a boat is a lot like it is for you if you were to buy or sell a used car today. You may post or read advertisements in classifieds or online, visit locations or have prospective buyers come to look at your boat and work to negotiate the deal that is best…
If you ever tried to get all of the NVDC forms your vessel might need before the days of the internet, then you know how difficult that could be. You either had to find them online and print them out or, in some cases, (depending on when you did this) you had to drive somewhere…
Find All the Forms You Need With Our Coast Guard Portal You have been searching for a new boat, and want to make sure that all of your documentation is up to date. If you are intending to document your boat with the federal agency, then you will have already accessed the official Coast guard…
When you have finally found the ideal boat, and are ready to make an investment, you may have to deal with the issue of ship registration and documentation. In most cases, when you are looking to buy a new US vessel from a seller you will need to take out a loan or boat mortgage, usually…
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…
In the not so recent past, there was nothing particularly easy about documenting a vessel. In fact, it was basically the opposite: it could feel like the process was as onerous as possible. Instead of making it easy to get the documentation you needed, it could seem like the process was being made intentionally difficult….
This blog was written in the spring when the world seemed to wake up from the winter. The sun is out, it’s actually warm and there’s a sense of possibility in the air. This is the perfect time to be on a boat. Sure, the water might be a little cold (depending on where you…
When it comes to yacht paperwork, USCG boat owners have an option. Either they pay the boat documentation cost yearly, or they don’t and hope that they never have to establish ownership of their boat in the case of an accident or other issue, is their choice. Having your yacht recorded has several advantages, but…
You may not initially anticipate needing to complete a lot of paperwork when you become a boat owner. But it happens to be a large part of the job. Traditionally, this process of completing and submitting boat documentation was complicated. Involved sending private documents in the mail, and was difficult to track. Vessel Documentation Online…