The recent return of the Coast Guard Cutter Campbell from its 54-day patrol shows how active and engaged the Coast Guard remains in protecting U.S. shores and supporting maritime stability. Here at our Coast Guard NVDC, we’re proud of these brave, devoted professionals. The patrol focused on the Windward Passage, an important channel between Cuba…
One of the easiest efforts for complying with the United States Coast Guard (USCG), and most overlooked, is to request a Change of Address Form when vessel documentation changes with location. It helps ensure your contact information updates in the NVDC’s database so you receive timely renewal notices, documentation certificates, and the NVDC guides you…
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…
Federal regulation 46 CFR 67 governs vessel documentation with the United States Coast Guard. It defines who must document a vessel, how documentation should be maintained, and what penalties apply when owners fail to comply. 46 CFR 67 also determines whether your vessel must be documented with the Coast Guard or if state registration will…
For many vessel owners, a boat’s name holds personal significance. It can reflect memories, aspirations, or even the spirit of adventure that inspired ownership in the first place. But sometimes, circumstances change. When they do, so should the name. At the National Documentation E-Portal, we make changing the name of a boat straightforward and efficient. …
While owning a vessel can be a substantial investment, it carries certain legal responsibilities. One major compliance issue that vessel owners in the United States must contend with is the proper use and filing of Vessel Documentation Forms. These forms are the official means of registering, recording, and documenting your vessel with the National Vessel…
Applying for or maintaining Coast Guard documentation can seem complex, especially when there are so many forms involved. We make it easier. Here at the National Documentation E-Portal, you can locate, access, and submit all the USCG Forms you may need. Our portal provides a comprehensive list of Coast Guard documentation forms in one centralized…
Does it seem like a Certificate of Documentation could benefit you, but you aren’t sure? This federal registration establishes a vessel’s nationality, provides clear title evidence, and allows it to operate legally in certain waters and capacities. While not every boat must be documented, many owners either need it by law or find that it…
When a vessel becomes federally documented through the United States Coast Guard (USCG), it’s assigned a unique identifying number that distinguishes it in the national registry. This documentation number is an official identifier that confirms your vessel’s status as recorded in the Coast Guard’s system. At the National Documentation E-Portal, we simplify every part of…
When a vessel owner keeps the documentation from being renewed on time, the certificate may be momentarily expired, thus, the vessel will not have a valid status. Therefore, it is necessary to go through the Reinstatement of Documentation procedure to return to compliance and regain the rights of the vessel. This operation is quite essential…