Have you been procrastinating on taking care of your vessel documentation? Does it seem practically impossible to fit “getting onto the Coast Guard vessel registry” into your busy schedule? If so, you aren’t alone. You have work, your family life, your commute, and anything else going on in your life vs. filling out vessel documentation….
When you own a commercial vessel in the United States today, it is up to you as the boat owner to make sure you stay within the laws and regulations set forth by the Coast Guard so you can keep your boat in the water legally and operate your business. You take great care to…
Did you recently acquire a foreign-built vessel and want to use it to make money somehow but aren’t sure about the legality of doing so? Have you found an opportunity for a small passenger vessel and want to have all of your “i’s dotted and t’s crossed” before taking advantage of it? Those are just…
Ahoy, sea adventurers and maritime enthusiasts! As the tides change and a new sailing season beckons, you may consider changing a boat’s name for a fresh start on the waves. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or a new skipper, renaming your vessel might raise excitement and questions. But where do you begin? Changing a boat’s…
Getting and maintaining US Coast Guard vessel documentation may seem like a daunting task, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process. As fellow vessel owners, we understand the confusion and uncertainty that comes with handling documentation for your vessel. That’s why we have created this comprehensive guide to help you navigate the complexities of…
Embark on a journey of discovery with Vessel Documentation Online as we delve into the world of boat registration numbers. More than a mere sequence of digits, these alphanumeric identifiers hold a pivotal role in the maritime realm, shaping your vessel’s identity on the open waters. Legality in Alphanumeric Form Unravel the legal foundations embedded…
Vessel documentation is a process of documenting a ship and giving it a nationality, which the ship has been documented. The nationality is a proof of vessel ownership allowing the ship to travel in international waters. International maritime law requires every ship to be registered in a country. A vessel adheres to the legislation of…
Are you contemplating parting ways with your vessel? Or perhaps you’ve sealed a deal and are poised to embark on a new maritime journey with a different vessel in tow? There comes a time when every vessel owner moves on from even the best, most beloved vessel. Should it be about time for you to…
In the process of determining whether or not to document your vessel, have you ever wondered what exactly the US Vessel Registry is? Have you thought about why you might want to have your vessel on it? The registry is anything but new. Indeed, its roots run deep, tracing back to the very beginning of…
Are you in the process of selling a boat and want to know if you need a bill of sale? Do you know what goes into a bill of a sale for a boat when you write one? Not every vessel sale requires a bill of sale and indeed, some sales cannot include them. Here…