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,…
Are you wondering if your vessel qualifies for USCG documentation? Does it seem like the rules about which vessels can be documented and which vessels have to be documented seem contradictory at best? Vessel owners have felt that way for many years. While documenting your vessel is important (particularly if you’re in certain fields) it…
Are you looking for a USCG boat bill of sale document? Have you started to put your own together, only to find that you aren’t 100% sure what goes into one? At our vessel documentation service, we get many questions from potential customers. One of them is: “where can I find an official bill of…
Have you ever been in a sailboat race? It can be thrilling, frustrating, crushing, and exhilarating – all in a manner of a few seconds. As the race is so dependent upon factors that no person can control, (such as the wind, the waves, weather, and more), sometimes the courses have to be altered. What…
Do you know what you want to use your vessel for and are seeking the right way to stay in compliance with the Coast Guard? Have you reached the part of the Initial Registration form that asks for your “endorsement” and aren’t sure what to do? While there are many confusing parts to USCG documentation…
Does the idea of sitting at your computer for hours to complete your vessel documentation fill you with dread? Have you tried to block time out to complete your forms, only to find that you keep putting it off? No wonder. There’s nothing even remotely enjoyable about sitting at your desk and monotonously completing vessel…
If you are about to get yourself involved on a buy-sell boat transaction you have come to the right place. In this article, we will cover how the United States Coast Guard bill of sale works. When and how you may need one, what information should be included on it, some common mistakes people make when…
USCG documentation is not difficult to get; nevertheless, maintaining it might be challenging. This article outlines the measures that need to be taken to ensure that your documentation is in order and provides instructions on how to prevent it from becoming obsolete. As the owner of a yacht, you are well aware of the significance…
Are you trying to learn how to conduct a Coast Guard documented vessel search? Vessel Documentation Online has you covered. On our website, you will be able to find the document you are looking for in a matter of minutes with the help of our query tool, designed specifically to be user-friendly. Additionally, once your…
All boats registered with the federal government must choose a “hailing port.” The vessel owner must specify a hailing port on the boat when applying for a Certificate of Documentation. Once selected, the chosen port may no longer be modified and must be permanently attached to the ship if you require help. A hailing port…