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only upon the information as submitted. If that information proves imprecise, incorrect, or changes
materially, our guidance/advice may change. If you have any questions please contact us at 866-343-0530 or email us at info@nvdcrenewal.us.
Your application is currently being processed, and once filed your application is then subject to the NVDC application
processing queue. The processing time frames listed below are a general estimate only and may vary per application
type/ work category. All processing times are approximate and are subject to change.
| (RECREATIONAL) INITIAL/ TRANSFER/EXCHANGE/ REINSTATEMENT/ REPLACEMENT – 8-12 WEEKS |
| (COMMERCIAL) INITIAL/ TRANSFER/ EXCHANGE/ REINSTATEMENT/ REPLACEMENT– 5-8 WEEKS |
| CERTIFIED COPY OF CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION/ ABSTRACTS – 3-5 BUSINESS DAYS |
| RENEWALS– 2-3 WEEKS |
| SATISFACTIONS– 6 MONTHS |
| MORTGAGES & RELATED INSTRUMENTS– 18-20 WEEKS |
| NOTICE OF CLAIM OF LIEN– 18-20 WEEKS |
| DELETIONS– 3-4 WEEKS |
| MARAD WAIVER– 3-4 MONTHS |
You are required by law (46 CFR 67.121) to display your Official Number on a
clearly visible interior structural part of your vessel’s hull. Please make sure you are USCG compliant by displaying your Official Number correctly.
You may obtain a USCG compliant placard by navigating to the following source: www.vesselplacard.com
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