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A Coast Guard Portal That’s Simple and Easy to Use

Have you been through each of the online vessel documentation sites but can’t find one that’s really all that easily used? Does it seem like filling out your boat’s documentation is far, far more difficult than it should be? If that’s the case, know that you aren’t alone. We built our site for any number…

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September 2023: Your Vessel Documentation Questions Answered

September 2023: Your Vessel Documentation Questions Answered

Uncertain about where to turn with your questions about USCG documentation? Do the responses you receive from fellow boat proprietors concerning the intricacies of documentation leave you uncertain? When it pertains to vessel documentation, the authentic truth is what you seek before reaching a conclusive verdict. Indeed, this is among the numerous motives driving individuals…

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Certificate of Documentation

US Vessel Certificate of Documentation: Why is It Important?

Just like any motor vehicle on land, recreational sea vessels need the necessary documents and paperwork. In this case, the US Vessel certificate of documentation is necessary to allow the Coast Guard to see if each watercraft meets the requirements.  In essence, the document serves as a national registry, just like how social security numbers…

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Documented Vessels

Foreign Vessel Title Search Request: More Than Just US Documented Vessels

Have you had your eye on a vessel in a foreign country and want to know more about it? Did you begin to research it but want to get information from a source you know you can trust? The quest for trustworthy information on foreign vessels can be a treacherous voyage. At the National Documentation…

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What Is The Hull Of A Boat

Beyond The Surface: What Is The Hull Of A Boat?

In the expansive realm of maritime terms, one foundational question often arises: what is the hull of a boat? At the National Documentation Portal, we embark on an insightful journey to unravel the significance and multifaceted nature of a boat’s hull. Defining the Hull: Key to Structural Integrity The hull, often termed the vessel’s body…

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