Have you found that the vessel documentation process feels more difficult than it should be? Does it seem like it’s a struggle to get your documentation done in time? That makes all of the sense in the world. You’re busy. You have a lot to do, to say the very least. We designed our maritime…
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Making Sense of Form USCG 1258
Reading can be educational and fun. Reading vessel documentation forms is, well, not. For most boat owners, there are probably several million other things they’d rather do than read and fill out these forms. We absolutely understand that. It’s part of the reason we designed our site how we did: so that these forms were…
May I Renew My Vessel Documentation Early?
May I renew my Vessel Documentation early? The US Coast Guard Documentation Center will send you a renewal notice 45 days before your certificate expires. It means that you can submit your application for renewal before the expiration date. It is now easy to submit your renewal application. At vessedocumentation.us, you may go to the…
Renewal of Certificate of Documentation: What Vessel Owners Need To Know
If you are the owner of a USCG vessel, you must maintain the most recent versions of the essential papers to sail lawfully and without incident. The CG 1280 Renewal of Certificate of Documentation (COD) procedure doesn’t have to be as difficult as you think, and that’s the good news! In this article, we will…
USCG Documentation Standards: What Are They?
Your vessel may need to meet USCG Documentation Standards, and you’ve been looking into the requirements for this documentation. Also, you might be wondering why it’s so important to know about and follow these standards. After all, what is a Standard, if not a commonly accepted one, to accomplish a task? Several USCG paperwork criteria…
Why Every Captain Needs USCG Maritime Documentation Center
In the vast ocean of maritime regulations, captains find solace in the USCG Maritime Documentation Center, a transformative ally that transcends conventional paperwork. Join us on a journey as we unveil why, in the modern era of seafaring, every captain needs the USCG Maritime Documentation Center by their side. Streamlining Compliance: The Heart of USCG…
A Certificate of Documentation and Safe Boating: Hand in Hand
There’s nothing like boating in summer. Sure, when you go out on your boat in the winter, with the crisp wind in your hair, the leafless trees on the shore, white as far as the eye can see, that’s special. But it’s not summer. It’s not the warm sun, the cool air, swimsuits, suntans, and…
Better Understanding the Certificate of Documentation
Are you pondering the idea of obtaining a Certificate of Documentation for your vessel, but uncertain if it’s the right move? Do questions about your eligibility for this certificate linger in your mind? The National Documentation Portal was created, in part, to provide answers to these exact questions. Among the numerous forms we assist vessel…
What Does Hailing Mean? In Hailing Ports and More
Do you ever hear someone use the word “hailing” in terms of vessels and you aren’t entirely sure what they’re referring to? Have you ever wondered exactly “what does hailing mean?” When referring to maritime activities, “hailing” can have multiple definitions. As a vessel documentation company, we utilize it often in the context of a…
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…