Are you looking to sell your documented vessel and want to take care of all of the paperwork properly? Or, are you purchasing a documented vessel and wish to have the USCG documentation transfer go as smoothly as possible? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we can help. When the time comes to part ways…
The excitement you feel at the prospect of buying a boat may be unmeasurable. It does not matter if the boat is for your personal recreational use or for part of your business; just the fact that you are going to own a vessel is enough to make you smile. Before you get too far…
Documentation for your vessel lasts for the span of one year. That may seem like a long time, but it really isn’t. Think of all of the things you have to do in the course of a year. Think of all of the things you have to do in the course of a year just…
Are you looking for more information about a given documented vessel? Do you want to perform a USCG documentation search from a source you can trust? That’s what we offer at our National Documentation Portal. At first glance, our website might seem like your go-to destination for all things related to USCG forms. Whether it’s…
A common query from boat owners seeking documentation services is, “How do I register my boat with the Coast Guard?” It is no more difficult to register a documented vessel than to write a boat without paperwork. A documented boat may be registered simultaneously as other boats you own, making it more straightforward. When writing…
Every boat owner knows the thrill of the open water, the wind in your hair, and the adventure that awaits. But behind those unforgettable moments lies a vital responsibility: documentation renewal. Think of it as your boat’s annual nautical tune-up, ensuring it’s ready to navigate the seas legally and safely. In this article, we’ll dive…
With hurricane season nearer than you think, are you prepared? Do you know what to do should a hurricane come to your port? Yes, there’s only so much you can do in the event of a hurricane. However, you want to be as prepared as possible. Our USCG documentation Portal was always designed to be…
Have you been trying to figure out a way to take care of your US Coast Guard vessel registration without it requiring a whole day’s work? Do you suddenly feel the need to do literally anything else any time you sit down to fill out your boat documentation forms? If so, you certainly aren’t alone….
Has it been a struggle to acquire the USCG documentation forms you need? Does it feel like you have to search from one site to the next just to find what’s required for your vessel? In the not-so-distant past, acquiring the necessary NVDC forms for your vessel was a cumbersome task. The pre-internet era demanded…
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,…