Most boats have a name and if you’re not familiar with the boat name database, this article can help. If you register your boat with the United States Coast Guard, the vessel’s name and hailing port will be used on your registration documentation. If you are naming a new boat or changing the name of…
Did you know that there are weight requirements for US-documented vessels? To be documented by the United States Coast Guard, your boat has to meet these weight requirements. If they are below the necessary weight, your vessel can still be registered, but will need to be done at the state level, rather than with the…
When modifying your vessel documentation, you must follow the correct procedures. Assuring that your documentation is in order and that all procedures have been taken is a key part of this process. If you need assistance with any aspect of boat paperwork, including making alterations or transferring ownership, don’t hesitate to contact the US Coast…
If you’re a U.S. vessel owner, you know how important it is to keep your documentation up to date. But did you know that there are vessel documentation services that can help make the process easier for you? Having the proper documents for your boat or ship is crucial, particularly if you plan on sailing…
If you are the owner of a USCG boat, you know the need to maintain current vessel documentation at all times. However, were you aware that the U.S Vessel Documentation Center is a reliable resource for doing just that? Our location provides a wide range of services, such as the registration and renewal of vessels,…
Are you wondering how you can conduct a successful Coast Guard vessel documentation search? If so, the U.S Vessel Documentation Center has you covered. Suppose you are the vessel owner that the United States Coast Guard records; you must know how to successfully search if a crew member goes missing. You can assure that everyone…
Wondering how to sell a documented vessel? You’re in the right place. The process doesn’t have to be scary or time-consuming. While filing documentation when you sell a watercraft is important, the process has been fully automated and you can do all of it online, saving time and energy. So how is it done? This…
As the owner of a USCG boat, you are probably aware of how challenging vessel documentation can be. If you are not cautious, you might be in trouble with the law for not adhering to the many rules and standards in place, and there are many of them. Fortunately, there is a solution to this…
When you own a boat, there are plenty of things to consider and our US vessel documentation center can be a valuable resource. It can help you properly take care of all the paperwork for your boat and be sure your vessel is registered and legal. Much the same way that you register your car…
For those who are uninitiated in the world of seafaring and the various vessels that make up that particular activity, it can be very easy to get mixed up and confused regarding even the most basic of differentiations. Many people use the words boat and ship interchangeably but there are two words for a reason.…