Being shipwrecked with your in-laws. Having to swim a capsized boat into shore. Cleaning the bilge by hand. These are just a few of the boating activities that vessel owners might find as annoying as getting their vessel onto the US Coast Guard boat registry. We understand that. After all, we’re vessel owners too. However,…
Finding the right boat name for your vessel might not be as easy as many think. Perhaps you’ve had a vessel name that you’ve been thinking of since you were on your first boat ride. But, if you’re searching for inspiration, there are some things you have to keep in mind when selecting USCG boat…
At our site, we believe vessel owners shouldn’t have to learn all kinds of esoteric jargon or new technical skills just to be able to get onto the USCG vessel registry. You know how to acquire a vessel, you know how to use it – you shouldn’t have to learn much more than that just…
Have you been considering vessel documentation but aren’t sure if you need it? Have you seen other vessel owners document their boat and just don’t know if it’s the right course for you and your vessel? We can help. We’ve helped many vessel owners to determine whether or not they need boat documentation. Then, if…
The United States Coast Guard Documentation page on this website is intended to assist USCG boat owners with documenting their vessels. Our website provides you with all the information and tools you need, regardless of whether you are applying for the first time or need to renew your documents. We provide directions that are easy…
Have you been trying to find the right time to apply for the USCG vessel documentation forms you need? Does it feel like, whenever you sit down to actually complete these forms, something always comes up that diverts your attention? If so, you aren’t alone. For so many of us, with so much to do,…
It does not matter if you are a first-time boat owner who has had a vessel for just a few weeks, or an owner that has possessed a ship for twenty years or more – there are always going to be occasions where you need to look something up or file information with the Coast…
If you just googled CG 719B and therefore got to our site, Vessel Documentation Online, that is because you are probably already familiar with the boating documentation you need for your vessel. The form you are looking for is formally known as the application for the Merchant Mariner Credential. To have access to the mentioned…
When it comes to getting your vessel registration in order, there are going to be a lot of documents that you will have to gather as part of your application, especially if you are just now getting your initial documentation for your vessel. You have to prove ownership over the vessel, as well as your…
In the vast ocean of maritime regulations, ship documentation stands as the navigational chart for vessel owners. Join the National Documentation Portal as we unravel crucial tips to help captains ensure not just compliance but smooth sailing experiences through the intricate world of ship documentation. Ship Documentation Essentials Decoding Compliance: Ship Documentation’s Vital Role: Ship…