You know that our vessel documentation portal is used for initial documentation, renewing it, all that kind of thing. But, have you ever looked at our site and wondered: “what are some of those other forms for?” It might not seem like a pressing need right now, but as a vessel owner, you know that…
Did you recently purchase a vessel that you’re planning on using in a commercial capacity? Have you begun filling out your vessel documentation and got to the part that mentioned “endorsement” and now you feel stuck? Vessel documentation forms aren’t really made for vessel owners, exactly – they’re made for the bureaucracy, for authorities. So,…
Buying a boat is a significant investment, and chances are, you’ve done a lot of homework when it comes to making this purchase. After poring over classifieds, searching the web, or even attending shows, you’ve landed on the right vessel for you and you’re ready to pull the trigger. Just like any other major investment,…
Has something changed in your life that may potentially affect your vessel documentation but you aren’t sure? Do you feel like you need to update or file one Coast Guard form or another yet you don’t know which one it should be? Our lives change often. When they do, our vessels as well as our…
The vessel registration process has been around for a very long time, and it has been adapted to every latest change in technology. It’s relatively easy to start the process, but it can be a hassle to complete. Further, it can be difficult to determine if you even need to register your vessel. Eligibility A…
The United States offers lots of maritime activities all around the country, only matched in numbers by the amount of paperwork you need to process. The US Vessel Documentation Center website is here to help you out! Say goodbye to the old days of sending letters and making endless lines at some US Coast Guard…
Did something recently occur on the water with your boat that you didn’t want to have happened and now you feel uncertain about what to do? Does it feel like you should do something with your vessel registration but don’t know exactly what that might be? Whenever any of us go out on the water,…
Has it been some time since you received your initial documentation and now you’re wondering whether you should renew your US Coast Guard documentation? Do you worry that you may have missed the deadline? Of all the reasons that folks use our site, perhaps the most common is to renew their documentation. We know how…
Owning a ship in the United States might lead to quite a few questions regarding the paperwork you need to comply with the USCG vessel registration. Let’s see what you need to get started. What Is USCG Vessel Documentation? Vessel documentation is the process of registering a vessel with the
Are you in the process of determining whether or not you want to get a USCG documentation number for your vessel? Did you get a number and are now unsure about what to do next? There are so many benefits that come from having a documented vessel. For many vessels, such as those that measure…