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Coast Guard Documented Boat: The Right Forms for Selling It

If you’re planning on selling a Coast Guard documented boat, there are certain rules and procedures that you’ll need to follow. Documented vessels fall under the jurisdiction of the United States Coast Guard and are governed by federal maritime law.  That means it requires the proper documentation, submitted correctly and in a timely manner. At…

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May I Renew A Lost Certificate Of Documentation

May I Renew A Lost Certificate Of Documentation?

May I renew a lost Certificate of Documentation?. It is the policy of the US Coast Guard Documentation not to renew lost certificate of documentation. If you lost your certificate, you could apply for a replacement. You can complete it by filling out the form at nvdcrenewal.us. Once you filled out the application for a…

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Documented Vessel

Factors to Consider When Buying a Documented Vessel

Do you want to acquire a documented vessel but have no idea how to do so? If that’s the case, you’ve found the ideal article. When looking to purchase a boat, documentation may be an invaluable resource. It ensures the vessel has passed a Coast Guard inspection and is safe for passengers to ride. But…

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Answering Your Boat Documentation Questions

Does vessel documentation seem far more complicated than it has any right to be? Do you have burning questions about boat documentation that seem to lack clear answers? Look no further. Our website isn’t just a platform for vessel owners to register their boats; it’s also a knowledge hub tailored to cater to all your…

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National Vessel Documentation Center

What is the National Vessel Documentation Center?

Vessel documentation is, in a few words, a national form of registration. It is also one of the oldest functions of Government and it dates back to the 11th Act of the First Congress. This documentation provides conclusive evidence of nationality for international purposes as well as the habilitations for certain restricted trades. Since 1920,…

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Benefits of US Coast Guard Documentation

Many factors are at play when deciding what type of boat you want to buy. You might want to consider the vessel’s size, the materials it’s constructed from, or its engine power. But there’s one thing that you may have yet to think about, and it could make a huge difference in your experience on…

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Boat Registration – Things You Need to Know

Keeping up with the ever-changing boat registration laws in the United States is a must for every boat owner. Keeping your yacht registered and by state and federal rules is covered here. Read on to learn all you need to know about boat registration, whether you are a first-time boat owner or need a refresher….

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NVDC

NVDC Documentation Renewal and More of Our Portal Services

Does it feel like you’re never quite sure when you have to renew your vessel’s documentation? Has it seemed as if it’s getting harder and harder to remember when your vessel has to be documented? We don’t believe this is the kind of thing that’s supposed to cause stress or concern. Here at the National…

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Boat Documentation

A Better Boat Documentation Experience

Do you find completing Boat Documentation to be more challenging than it should be? Does it feel like when you sit down to complete your vessel documentation forms it takes far, far too long? At the National Documentation Portal, we are committed to revolutionizing the vessel documentation process, making it as seamless and hassle-free as…

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Boat Numbering

What to Do and What Not to Do When It Comes to Boat Numbering

Have you seen numbers on the side of a boat and wondered exactly what they mean? Do you feel like you know that a boat should have certain numbers on it yet aren’t certain about what differentiates some numbers from others?  Boat numbering is an essential aspect of boat ownership, and understanding the guidelines can…

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