Boat documentation is very important for owners of boats. And we will discuss why it’s important and how you can get it done. Boat documentation is evidence of ownership of a boat. Having such a document with you is mandatory when you want to sell or transfer your request to a ship. You must have…
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…
In the dynamic seascape of modern maritime regulations, USCG Boat Documentation has evolved beyond a bureaucratic necessity. Join us as the National Documentation Portal sheds light on the multifaceted role of documentation for today’s seafarers, navigating compliance waters with efficiency and purpose. Explore the historical trajectory of USCG Boat Documentation, from its humble paper origins…
What comes to mind when you think of “filling out US Vessel Registration?” For many vessel owners, the images are not kind ones: vessel owners hunched over forms, meticulously and nervous writing out the proper words in hopes that they don’t make a single mistake. Or, alternately, perhaps you imagine being in a dark room,…
Owning a vessel is an incredible experience. Any day can become an adventure at a moment’s notice. However, many of the facets of owning a vessel can be stressful: the money, the time involved, the upkeep, and more. That being said, there are many facets of owning a vessel that shouldn’t have to be stressful….
Are you contemplating the strategic move of initiating a “Notice of Claim of Lien” against someone, but find navigating the process challenging? Perhaps you’re a diligent worker left high and dry by a vessel owner who owes you for your toil. If so, we may be able to help. Here at the National Documentation Portal,…
Foreign-flagged boats and other types of recreational vessels that come from different countries need to apply for a cruising permit. This Boat Documentation must have mutual arrangements with the US. Upon issuance of this permit, the captain of the vessel gets exempted from having to: File manifestos, acquire permits or accomplish any related entry or…
While buying and owning a boat might seem pretty straightforward to you when you are seeking to do it for the first time, you should know that there are many rules and regulations that you need to know to make sure you register your boat correctly. This is especially important when you are getting a…
Vessel documentation has its own jargon, essentially its own language. These terms can be confusing to people who have spent much of their lives on the water, much less someone who’s just starting out. No matter what form of vessel documentation that you’re looking for, we have it here at our site. We know that…
There’s no bigger relief than that coming from finally fulfilling your vessel mortgage. However, before you get to fully enjoy that satisfaction, you will have to submit some paperwork, including your release of mortgage form, to the United States Coast Guard. Let’s talk about what that process is like. What is a Release of Mortgage?…