Wondering whether you should get vessel documentation over state registration? If your recreational ship measures over five net tons, there are many reasons to consider documentation. US Coast Guard Vessel Documentation: What Is It? Vessel documentation is a form of registration at a national level, while registration reaches the state level only. It’s one of…
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…
The US Coast Guard phone number is a vital piece of information for any boat owner. A good rule of thumb is to have it near the phone in your boat. You might also consider keeping the phone number as a contact in your cell phone so that you have more than one place to…
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…
The focus of our business is USCG forms. With them, you’ll always be legally able to do what you want to do on the water. Before you leave port, we make it so you can be in compliance. In a way, it’s not dissimilar to boat safety. You want to have everything you need to…
Do you want to get the right US Coast Guard vessel documentation for your vessel, but aren’t sure where to begin? Does the entire idea of vessel documentation feel opaque or even confusing? As vessel owners ourselves, we were in those same shoes. “Filling out vessel documentation” sounds like “taking a math test” yet for…
Do you have certain concerns with your US Coast Guard documentation that don’t seem like they’re getting fixed? Have you been looking for a place that can solve your documentation problems but nothing seems to help? That’s why we created our site. Here, at our Center, you can find everything you need to fix your…
Are you buying your first yacht or large recreational vessel? This purchase is a big occasion for you, and you will join the ranks of other proud boat owners around the United States. As you work towards finalizing the sale and deal with the paperwork involved, you will probably start to learn more about the…
If you are new to the notion of US Coast Guard documentation, you may find that the process can seem a bit frustrating and confusing at first. Getting a new boat is a very exciting venture for you, and you likely cannot wait to get out on the water and enjoy each moment. As you…
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,…