As owners of vessels, we are obligated by both federal and state governments to conform to regulations known as vessel documentation. Non-documented boats can’t grow their length, participate in specific nighttime operations, or do any other activity permitted by vessel documentation without adequate paperwork. The USCG conducts inspections and exams on all vessels as part…
Have you ever wondered “Can a bill of sale be handwritten for a boat?” Are you in the process of buying or selling a boat and aren’t sure what you have to do? Understanding everything that goes into the sale or purchase of your vessel can be a bit overwhelming. To ensure your safety and…
There are people who need each of our vessel documentation forms. While we put the most popular, most used forms in the middle of our home page; the truth is that all of our forms are used by different vessel owners at different times. That being said, perhaps the most popular form we have is…
Are you fully up to date on how to keep your vessel safe on the water? Do you want to go out and have peace of mind while enjoying summer with family and friends? Boat safety is crucial for all vessel owners and passengers to ensure an enjoyable and secure boating experience. Below are some…
Did you put your vessel in storage for the winter? That said, have you been itching to check out your vessel? It’s perfectly understandable if, in the dead of winter, you want to check in on your vessel to see how it’s doing. After all, you want it to be in the best shape possible…
The National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) serves as the primary authority for vessel documentation in the United States. Understanding the inner workings of the NVDC can be the key to ensuring smooth and efficient documentation processing for vessel owners. As a private agency specializing in USCG Documentation processing to NVDC, the National Documentation Portal is…
Have you gone through some life changes that you feel may require updating your vessel documentation? Are you looking for the easiest, most direct way to take care of these USCG documentation forms? We can help with that and so much more. Life is a voyage, and as it unfolds, changes in our circumstances can…
Are you tired of having to search all over the internet for the Coast Guard documentation forms that you need? Does it seem like every time you need a new documentation form, you have to spend way too much online just to find it (to say nothing of filling it out?) We designed our site…
Renewing the documentation for your vessel with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is an essential step in maintaining compliance and ensuring a seamless boating experience. The process of US Coast Guard vessel renewal may seem daunting at first, but with the assistance of the National Documentation Portal, you can navigate it smoothly. In this…
Determining what pleasure boat you may want to buy is not an easy thing. There are many choices in the open market today. You can find new boats, but most first time owners may find better deals available if they look for one that is preowned and for sale. You may find you can save…