When we started our U. S. Vessel Documentation Online site, we wanted to build a USCG portal that was for vessel owners. Our customers aren’t the authorities, but rather, the people who own the vessels. So, our site’s design reflects that. We’ve done everything with the expressed goal in mind of making the documentation process simpler and easier. Completing your vessel documentation shouldn’t be something that you dread, don’t want to do, or put it off. It should be something you can do in a matter of minutes when you have a
Read MoreYou must be familiar with and abide by paperwork regulations if you own a boat in the United States. Vessel owners in the US have been obligated to maintain certain documents since the first ships were registered. Documenting your boat will need pictures of your boat's hull, ports, windows, locks, equipment, antennae, speakers, water line markers (called "bilge boards"), registration numbers, owners' names and addresses, and hull numbers; all are essential elements of maintaining such accurate records. Documenting the size of your boat can assist you in understanding what it is that is being
Read MoreVessel owners need to be informed of the numerous types of Coast Guard licenses available. The many sorts of permits available to vessel owners enable them to operate their boats in various ways and for a variety of reasons. It is essential to understand the distinctions between the licenses to decide which license best fits your needs and circumstances. This blog article will offer an overview of the many kinds of Coast Guard licenses available, as well as an explanation of what each license grants you the ability to
Read MoreOwning a maritime vessel is a great privilege and can give you the opportunity to enjoy a vacation on the open waters or run a business over commercial waters in the United States. Just as is the case with operating a motor vehicle in the United States, there are government agencies and facilities that help to oversee the maritime regulations, enforce regulations and keep a registry of vessels so that there is documentation of the boats on the waters. The National Vessel Documentation Center, or NVDC as it is often referred to as, plays an important role in helping to
Read MoreDoes acquiring USCG vessel documentation seem complicated, or at least more complicated than it should be? Even though you know you have to get your vessel documented, have you found yourself putting it off? That’s perfectly understandable. As busy as we all are, it’s not always easy to carve out space in the day to complete vessel documentation. That’s why, at our site, we’ve made it easier than ever every step of the way. From the initial documentation through renewal and everything else, you can do it at our site in literally
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