Has something changed in your life that you think may need to be reflected in your vessel documentation? Did you move? Did you move your boat? Has a new owner joined your vessel (or has one left?) These are all life changes that require updating your ship documentation. The good news: we can help. Here…
If you are the owner of a boat owned by the United States Coast Guard, you know the significance of having a documented vessel. Documentation not only confers various advantages on vessel owners but is also obligatory for completing some tasks, such as traveling over state boundaries. In light of this, if you want to…
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…
When it comes to owning a boat, whether used or brand new, understanding its origins and operational history is critical. A tool that can provide a wealth of information about your vessel’s past is the USCG Builders Certificate. You can think of this document as your boat’s birth certificate, providing crucial details about its construction,…
Have you gone through some changes in your life that you think may necessitate updating your vessel documentation? Is there something in your head telling you “you have to file a boat documentation form” but you aren’t sure which one is right for you? Everyone’s vessel documentation, just like their vessels themselves, is different. When…
At our site, we take pride in having just about all of the different forms of documentation that a person might need through the course of vessel ownership. That said, not everyone will need every form that we have at our site. One form we’re often asked about is the NVDC Satisfaction of Mortgage. The…
Are you a boat owner wondering how long it will take to reinstate your vessel’s documentation? Whether the vessel is for personal or commercial use, the National Vessel Documentation Center (NVSC) portal offers a convenient way to start the process of getting your reinstatement of documentation. Depending on several factors, the time frame can range…
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…