USCG News

USCG Application Online

Must I Submit My USCG Application Online?

You do not have to go to US Coast Guard Documentation office to present your request for the certificate of documentation. At nvdcrenewal.us, we will process your USCG application online through our secure portal. All online applications received by the portal are reviewed by professional documentation processors to make sure faster processing. If you need…

Read More

Abstract of Title

Know Before You Buy: The Abstract of Title

Are you researching your next vessel purchase? Does it feel like the information you’re finding is almost “too good to be true?” Do you harbor concerns that you won’t know the whole truth about a vessel before you buy it, thus having a great chance that you’ll buy a “lemon?” Those are entirely human worries,…

Read More

nvdc

NVDC Renewal: Enhancing the Boating Experience with Hassle-Free Documentation

As a private agency dedicated to handling USCG Documentation processing, the National Documentation Portal understands the importance of hassle-free and efficient documentation processes for vessel owners. In this article, we will explore how the National Documentation Portal simplifies and streamlines the NVDC renewal process, allowing boating enthusiasts to focus on enjoying their time on the…

Read More

Satisfaction of Mortgage form

How to Satisfactorily Complete a Vessel’s Satisfaction of Mortgage Form

Are you in the process of paying off your First Preferred Ship’s Mortgage and aren’t sure what to do? Or, alternatively, before you apply for a mortgage do you want to know how the entire process works? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we’ve guided vessel owners like you through the mortgage process for years….

Read More

Essential Requirements to Own a U S Documented Vessel

Essential Requirements to Own a U.S. Documented Vessel

It can be confusing knowing whether foreign citizens can document their boat with the US Coast Guard and if they have to register their boat under the laws of a state within the United States. This depends on the specific scenario; therefore, the answer may differ. It is important to note that there is a…

Read More

Boat Documentation Law

Signs Of Boat Documentation Law Violations

If you are wondering how the boat documentation law can be violated, this article is right for you. The legislation governing vessels’ documentation is an essential component of the marine rules. When rules are broken, there is the potential for severe repercussions, including seizing one’s vessel. It is essential to have a good understanding of…

Read More