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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…

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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…

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Better Understanding the Certificate of Documentation

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…

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What Does Hailing Mean

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…

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Boat Bill of Sale Example: Protecting Your Purchase

Navigating the waters of boat transactions requires attention to detail and a sound understanding of the essentials of documentation. Whether you’re a seasoned boat seller, a cautious buyer, a boat broker, or an owner looking to sell your aquatic vessel, you cannot afford to overlook this Boat Bill of Sale example. At National Documentation Portal,…

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Vessel Documentation

Our Secure Vessel Documentation Site: Keeping Your Info Safe

Shopping for vessel documentation online is now easier and more convenient than ever, but when it comes to making the purchase, security should be your top priority. That’s why we take extra care in keeping your sensitive information safe through SSL-encrypted technology. We understand what an awesome responsibility it is that our clients trust us…

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What “Vessel Documentation Center” Really Means

What “Vessel Documentation Center” Really Means

At Vessel Documentation Online, we believe that our site should be all about vessel documentation. That may sound obvious, but in this industry, it’s unique. We don’t offer anything but an easier way to handle your vessel documentation. We’re not looking to sell subscriptions, or boat parts and accessories on the side, or anything like…

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The Perks and Privileges of Coast Guard Documented Vessels

Coast Guard Documented Vessels stand as a hallmark of maritime excellence, offering more than just a certification. In this exploration, we unveil the perks and privileges that elevate these vessels to a distinguished status. Join us on a journey through the advantages of Coast Guard Documented Vessels, guided by the expertise of the National Documentation…

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Your Qs Answered: What Does “Coast Guard Documented Vessel” Mean?

Have you been wondering exactly what a “Coast Guard documented vessel” is? Do you read phrases like “Certificate of Documentation” and it all feels a bit alien, a bit like “legalese” to you? If so, you aren’t alone. So many of us at our site are vessel owners ourselves, so we understand how vessel documentation…

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