Boat ownership is a cherished endeavor, filled with the promise of adventure and relaxation. However, ensuring that you have clear and undisputed ownership of your vessel is essential. Enter abstracts of title, a powerful tool in the world of maritime documentation. In this article, we explore how the abstract of the title safeguards boat ownership…
Are you looking into a vessel (or vessels) that you’re interested in purchasing? Has it felt like there’s no real way to trust the information that you find online about a vessel? With so many different vessel owners online, it can be hard to know what to trust. Obviously, anything that’s “too good to be…
Have you been searching for an official “USCG Bill of Sale” form? Ever wondered why our vessel documentation site doesn’t provide a readily available boat bill of sale form? There’s a simple reason for that: there’s no such thing as an official “bill of sale for a boat.” Instead, it’s something that you have to…
When it comes to maritime adventures, a USCG documentation lookup is just the tip of the iceberg in the array of services we extend to our valued customers. Our website is a treasure trove of comprehensive vessel documentation forms, providing a one-stop shop for all the paperwork needed to keep your vessel legally afloat. However,…
As modern mariners set sail into international waters, the role of the National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC) becomes paramount. In this guide presented by Vessel Documentation Online, we delve into how the NVDC facilitates and supports maritime activities beyond national borders, ensuring a seamless and recognized presence in international waters. Documentation for Global Recognition The…
Your boat’s HIN number, or hull identification number is pretty important. It’s much like the VIN, or vehicle identification number for your car, truck, or SUV. The HIN is usually 12 to 14 digits and identifies your boat. Vessels that have been manufactured before 1973 are exempt from having a hull identification number. A prefix…
Spring signifies new beginnings and revitalization, making it the ideal season for boat owners to contemplate a meaningful change – a new name for their vessel. A boat’s name is more than a mere identifier; it encapsulates its essence, telling a story or carrying a significance that resonates with both those on board and onlookers….
Do you have a small boat that you think might qualify you for a regulation waver? If you are looking for a MARAD waiver, then it is important that you understand exactly what this is, and how it can help you to manage your application forms. Also known as the Maritime Administration of the US,…
If you’re like many of us, you’ve been out on the water at some point just as the sun is setting. Sure, you have plans back on land, you have plenty of things you said you’d do. But… you just want to ride a bit further, to be out on your boat a bit longer….
Gone are the days in which a firm handshake or a person’s word would be enough to make a sale official. Maybe that works for smaller, more casual purchases, but when it comes to something like boats, ships, and vessels, you are going to need more than that. That’s when you’ll need a boat bill…