Not all leisure craft in the US need to be registered with the Coast Guard but if required, the certificate can last from one to five years. For commercial craft, US Coast Guard Documentation Numbers are valid for only one year from their date of issue. The National Vessel Documentation Center requires an annual renewal…
All documentation filed to the Coast Guard for a specific vessel is recorded in an abstract of title. However, it isn’t exactly accurate to say that it is the authoritative history of titles. If a boat has been registered in another country or state before, the abstract may not contain all relevant dates and events. …
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…
Are you the owner of a USCG vessel? If this is the case, you will need to check with the United States Coast Guard to ensure that your boat has the appropriate documentation on file. US Coast Guard vessel documentation is essential for two reasons: first, it guarantees that your boat is registered with the…
Are you in the process of doing a Coast Guard documentation search on information about a new vessel? Do you have an eye on a vessel and want to make sure that, well, it’s the right one for you? You can’t be too careful when it comes to trying to find out everything you can…
For many boat owners, registering their vessel with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) can be a daunting task. The process can be confusing and time-consuming, especially if you’re new to the world of boating. But registering your vessel with the USCG is an essential step to owning and operating a boat in US waters.…
If you are considering purchasing a yacht or other large vessel, either for commercial or recreational purposes, it is important that you start to familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations set forth by the U.S. Coast Guard. You want to make sure you are in complete compliance with all the laws so that you…
“What is a USCG documented vessel?” is asked by many boat owners. If you are one of them, then it is crucial to understand that these USCG documented boats are the vessels recorded in the U.S. Coast Guard’s database of vessels that have been documented (USCG). These papers are issued and registered with the United…
You know that time is running out to renew your United States coast guard documentation. You’re concerned — maybe even scared — at the prospect of not getting everything done in time. Why? Because you’ve heard horror stories of people who weren’t prepared and now have to pay heavy fines and fees because they failed…
Do you want to secure financing for your vessel? Does it seem like the right thing to do, for your finances, your vessel, and your future, is to get a ship’s mortgage? People all over avail themselves of this option. It’s a great way to get the vessel you want while also being able to…