Your vessel documentation will be the most important administrative aspect of your ownership. It’s very important that you always keep in mind that you need to be on top of your documentation’s status, always making sure that you are not sailing with an expired registration or that you don’t let it expire in the first…
Most prospective buyers and owners of a boat are often faced with the question ‘is a Documented Vessel exempt from State jurisdiction?’. Your decision will depend on several factors, such as your boat’s size, citizenship, and usage, among others. You will need to obtain documentation for your vessel if you intend to use it for…
Do you think there’s a kind of USCG documentation that you may need, but you aren’t exactly sure what it is? Does it feel like there’s a vessel documentation form you could use, yet you don’t know for certain? That’s perfectly understandable. Indeed, it’s something that just about every vessel owner thinks about at one…
Abstract of Title There are many things to keep in mind when you decide to buy a vessel. And one of the most important issues boat buyers need to know is the abstract of title. This document carries many complexities around. And getting a detailed information about those specifications can save you lots of time…
Do you want to learn more about a vessel but don’t know where to start? Are you looking for a source you can trust? We can help. Here at the National Documentation Portal, we have revolutionized the process, making it swift, efficient, and hassle-free. Through our site, you can conduct a vessel documentation search that…
There are certain things we know we need to do in life each year. Things like going to the doctor for a physical, getting your car inspected, getting your furnace checked, and other annual chores pop up at particular times of the year, and you know you need to do them. One thing you do…
This blog is written during the COVID-19 pandemic. As vessel owners, we can adapt to pretty much anything. However, this pandemic has upended and disrupted the world, leaving plenty of uncertainty in its wake. Our USCG vessel registry online site is still open for business. As always, you can go to our site and find…
Have you been wondering if it’s the right time for your Coast Guard renewal of documentation? Do you find that it’s more difficult to renew your documentation than it should be? That’s just one of the reasons that we started the National Documentation Portal in the first place. Here, we know how onerous it can…
A big boat is a huge investment. That’s why you need to take care of it. Maintaining it doesn’t only mean making sure that it’s motor and all parts are in perfect condition. But it also means that you need to take care of its proper USCG documentation to avoid forfeiture and penalties. After purchasing…
Do you want to stay safe when you’re out on the water? Are you looking to be aware of threats before you leave port? At our vessel documentation site, yes, we help vessel owners from all walks of life to be able to use their vessels how they want to legally. That said, we also…