If you are the owner of a boat and have a documentation number from the Coast Guard, then you must know the procedure for renewing your NVDC. In the United States, it is the responsibility of the National Vessel Documentation Center to issue and manage documentation numbers for boats, and they are now in the…
Sometimes, having all of your paperwork in order before jumping into the ocean can be a bit of a daunting task. Our goal at Vessel Documentation Online LCC is to help you, so let us worry about the documents while you worry about the sailing. Read on if you want to find out all the…
Do you own a boat registered with the US Coast Guard and are seeking information on how to file NVDC forms? No need to look any further! Instructions on electronically filling out and submitting these forms are provided in a step-by-step format on our website at U.S. Vessel Documentation Center. In addition, the rapid and…
Did you just get the vessel of your dreams, and aren’t sure whether or not you have to get it documented? Does it feel like documentation might be the right course of action for your vessel, but you don’t want to just “jump into it?” Documenting your vessel is a decision that many vessel owners…
Having access to an NVDC is important, of course. By having the right documentation all at your fingertips, you’ll be in compliance whenever you go out on the water. That said, it’s important to be safe when you go out on the water, too. During the late fall and early winter, boat rides are incredible,…
There’re some common mistakes or reasons boaters make that make them require a tow. Either by omission or ignorance, these basic errors happen almost every day. Keep in mind these USCG NVDC tips to prevent a tow. They may save you some good money and some painful headaches. Problem with gas One of the most…
Owning a maritime vessel is a great privilege and can give you the opportunity to enjoy a vacation on the open waters or run a business over commercial waters in the United States. Just as is the case with operating a motor vehicle in the United States, there are government agencies and facilities that help…
The Midwest states offer several freshwater lakes where you can go to have fun on a boat. These lakes are perfect for water skiing, fishing or just cruising around. The NVDC recommends several lakes to go for boating in the Midwest. One of the lakes to consider is the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. It…
Every year, you, your friends and your family can attend high-performance boating events. Some of them require a road trip with your boat in tow. Others are close enough to your place, so you just need to pull away from the dock. Of course, it’s impossible to be in more than one place at the…