Owning a boat or selling your boat has tons of benefits. If you sell or buy a vessel, one of the vital documents you need to secure is a bill of sale for a boat. It serves as a legal contract that outlines the terms and conditions for the boat sale. It includes the purchase…
Do you find it tiring to have to search all over the internet for the vessel documentation forms you need? Are you unsure about exactly which forms you’ll need and when? We created the National Documentation Portal to not just serve as a home of vessel documentation forms, but also as a home of vessel…
A boat that’s federally registered is a documented ship. That said, its chain of ownership, build, and liens are recorded with the National Vessel Documentation Center. Thus, when you conduct a US Coast Guard Documentation Search, you’ll find pertinent details about a certain ship that’s been federally documented. Performing a Coast Guard documentation search will…
Embark on a journey of transactional excellence as the National Documentation Portal unveils the brilliance of crafting a boat bill of sale. In this guide, we explore the nuances that elevate your boat transaction experience, ensuring captains navigate the legal waters with confidence and precision. The Boat Bill of Sale: Your Vessel’s Legal Passport Beyond…
Fishing from your boat offers plenty of advantages. You can also travel anywhere you go. With the necessary documentation, you can travel and traverse international waters. However, just like owning a car, having a boat requires regular upkeep and proper documentation. Before you can even use your vessel internationally, you need to have it documented…
Do you want to know who the owner of a vessel is but aren’t sure how to look it up? Are you wary of trusting the boat information you’ve come across online? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we can provide you with better access to the information you need from a source you can…
You are the proud owner of a vessel that regularly sails in and out of US waters. You have also registered the vessel with the US Coast Guard, protecting it when you are out on the water and making sure that it is a legal vessel to sail. While you are enjoying your time using…
USCG vessel documentation is a mandatory type of registration on a national level. Since the 11th Act of the First Congress, it’s been a part of the government. Verification provides exclusive proof of nationality, which facilitates international trade and allows boats to participate in limited trades like coastwise trade and fisheries. Preferred mortgages on recorded…
Sometimes, being out on the water when the waves are high is good. That’s true if you’re surfing or if you’re out with friends and family while dragging some kind of fun inflatable behind your boat. However, often rough seas are just that: rough. They can make it difficult to hold your course, even presenting…
Are you including boat trips with family and friends as part of your holiday plans? Do you plan on ringing in the New Year on the water (or something similar). At our core, we take immense pride in delivering top-notch USCG documentation services for US documented vessels. Our online platform is a comprehensive resource, covering…