When you buy a boat, it must be registered. This is commonly done with the United States Coast Guard, but may also be necessary at the state level. So what’s the difference? It’s a good idea to understand the guidelines associated with registering your boat so that it can be done with the proper entity.…
Are you in the process of deciding what you’re going to use your vessel for? Do you think you’re going to get a Certificate of Documentation but want to be 100% sure it’s the right call? That makes all the sense in the world. For many folks, they need to document their vessels. It’s the…
Vessel owners must have a copy of the USCG Certificate of Documentation CG-1270. This certificate demonstrates that your vessel complies with the requirements of the United States Coast Guard for commercial operation. It is possible that you will not be able to legally operate your vessel in certain waters if you do not have this…
If you are the owner of a boat, then you know that to operate your vessel, you must have a certificate of documentation or other paperwork. But what happens if the validity of your certificate is no longer valid? Choosing a reliable firm capable of assisting you in the fast and painless renewal of your…
A change in ownership of a USCG vessel requires the previous owner to provide a new certificate of documentation to the new owner. There is a change of ownership when the present owner sells the boat to a new one. A certificate of documentation form must be completed by both the seller and the buyer…
For many small boat owners, their first query is “What is a vessel certificate of documentation?” This is a typical question since the documentation process is tricky and daunting. Documentation is a kind of registration that registers your vessel with the USCG. It demonstrates that you’re permitted to utilize your boat in U.S. commerce. However,…
The United States Coast Guard certificate of documentation is an important piece of paperwork associated with your boat that you must keep valid and current at all times. Ensuring the safety of everyone on board your vessel is a necessary and responsible part of boat ownership and your documentation is part of the process. This…
Has it come time to transfer your boat to a new owner? Are you considering bringing in a new owner to your ownership team and aren’t sure exactly what that would entail? When it comes to vessel documentation, you can’t be too careful – particularly when it comes to transferring ownership. Those are just some…
When dealing with a Certificate of Documentation, such as getting a certified copy, a replacement, or deletion, it’s important to know there exists a form for each one of these options. Let’s take a look at them so you can figure out which one you need. Applying For A Certified Copy Of Documentation If you…
Are you worried about your USCG Certificate of Documentation expiring? Do you not know, off the top of your head, when exactly your certificate will expire? These are concerns that vessel owners have had essentially since the United States instituted vessel documentation. Here at our site, one of our main goals was to make the…