The MARAD waiver deals with commercial boats operating in the United States. It falls under the Jones Act and requires that boats used in commerce be built in the United States, though there are a few exceptions that allow for foreign-made vessels. The Passenger Vessel Services Act is another part of the Jones Act and…
Everything you need to know about the Small Vessel Marad Waiver
In the interest of protecting local boating businesses, the United States Government has certain specific regulations to benefit the American people. To prioritize local vessel owners and those which were built in our country as well, the Maritime Administration has certain rules to give premier access for them to commerce at domestic ports. Because of…
What Is The Small Vessel MARAD Waiver?
The small vessel MARAD waiver is a document that the owner of a small vessel may submit to the United States Coast Guard to be excused from complying with certain restrictions that have been established by them. The waiver makes it possible for a small vessel to be utilized for commercial purposes even if it…
A Complete Guide on the Small Vessel MARAD Waiver
Did you know those small sailboat owners might qualify for a remission of the registration fee? Those who own small vessels are free from paying the yearly Restricted Area Clearance yearly under the Small Vessel MARAD Waiver. Small vessel owners will find the Small Vessel MARAD Waiver a valuable resource. This waiver relieves property owners…
How to Get US Coast Guard Vessel Documentation for a Foreign-Built Vessel
Do you have a vessel that was manufactured somewhere other than America that you still want to use for commerce in the United States? Does it feel like there’s no way to use a foreign-built vessel to make money? As you probably know, a vessel can only be documented if it’s owned by an American…
Vessel Documentation: Most Common Questions and Their Answers
Does the idea of vessel documentation seem appealing, but you aren’t sure if it’s right for you and your vessel? Have you felt like you have questions about boat documentation but can’t really find anyone to answer them? We designed our site to be not just a place that people could find and file their…
US Coast Guard Documentation for a Non-US Vessel: the MARAD Waiver
Have you brought a small vessel into the United States that wasn’t made here and are wondering how you can legally use it? Do you want to use your vessel how you’d like, yet also don’t want to run afoul of the law? These are questions that vessel owners have wrestled with for a very…
What You Should Know about Coast Guard Documentation and a MARAD Small Vessel Waiver
Generally speaking, for a commercial passenger vessel to operate in US waters, it’s required that it be built in America. This is a rule that is typically strictly enforced, but if you do own a vessel of foreign or unknown origin, there is a path to you conducting commercial passenger operations, and that’s with a…