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USCG Boat Requirements: Know Your Personal Flotation Devices

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,…

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NVDC and International Waters

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…

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Are You Ready To Be At Sea? Get Your Vessel Documentation Search Here!

If you are up to a vessel documentation search, Vessel Documentation Online, LLC, is the place to go! When you enter your information into our search box, we’ll display all the documents related to what you’re searching for. If there’s something that we can’t find for you, we’ll let you know and help point you…

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Identify Boats With A US Vessel Documentation Search

Buying a boat could be your dream come true, and it makes sense to investigate every vessel that you look at before making an agreement to buy. Even second-hand boats can go for a great deal of money, so it makes sense to investigate thoroughly before you take out a mortgage or loan based upon…

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The Little Known Difference between Vessel Documentation Reinstatement & Renewal

Did you know that renewing your vessel’s documentation is not the same as having vessel documentation reinstatement? Although most individuals do not, it is essential to be aware of this difference if you are the owner of a vessel registered in the United States. In this article, we will compare and contrast the two available…

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Everything You Need to Know About the HIN Number

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…

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Acquiring Vessel Documentation Online and Maintaining It With Our Help

Do you want to document your vessel but aren’t sure about the best way to do so? Does documentation seem a bit confounding at times? As fellow vessel owners, we’ve been in your shoes. We understand that the thought of “filling out vessel documentation” might evoke memories of taking a challenging math test back in…

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The Power of a Vessel Name: Choosing the Perfect Identity

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….

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Understanding the MARAD Waiver for Small Boats

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,…

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Extending your Boat Ride with Coast Guard Documentation Renewal

Extending your Boat Ride with Coast Guard Documentation Renewal

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….

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