The new vessel documentation certificate is essential paperwork demonstrating that you are the vessel’s owner. You should store it somewhere secure and notify the U.S. Coast Guard if there is a change to the information on your plate. When you first acquire a boat, there are many things to learn about managing it and what…
Why does the United States Coast Guard care about boat size? The main reason is that the size determines eligibility to register with the USCG. But the number of passengers that can safely ride on the boat at one time also plays a role. This is for the protection of the boat owner, as well…
The procedure of USCG documentation processing may be lengthy and time-consuming at times. According to
Boating can give you happiness. There’s something about the water that soothes the mind. It can be the feeling of bonding with Mother Nature or the delicate sounds of water. No matter what it is, boating can give you happiness. It’s also an affordable alternative to any recreational activities. Although purchasing one isn’t cheap,…
Did you recently come into possession of a vessel that you want to use in a commercial capacity but aren’t sure if it was made in America? Do you have a boat that may not exactly be “new,” and you know it wasn’t made in the United States and you want to see if you…
Is it possible that online vessel documentation services are a scam? If you’re attempting to complete the U.S. Coast Guard “Form CG-1270,” this is a typical question many boat owners ask themselves (Application for Documentation and Measurement of Vessels). I find the prospect of needing to utilize an online vessel documentation service to be a…
If you’re a boat owner, you know the importance of keeping your boat registration and documentation up to date and the need to receive yacht documentation services. But did you know that professional services are available that can help make this process quick and easy? Continue reading to learn more about how a yacht documentation…
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…
Keeping your boat-related documentation up to date is a vital part of responsible ownership and the vessel documentation search tool is a handy way to find out if your information is current, as well as to discover vital information about other vessels on the water, which is handy if you are in the market to…
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…