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USCG vessel documentation

The Problems Associated with USCG Vessel Documentation during the Pandemic

Many people are perplexed about how they will conduct USCG vessel documentation during a pandemic. The Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response (OPHPR) anticipates that situations may exist that prevent a state, tribe, or territory from documenting, renewing, or canceling specific health-related papers, such as birth certificates and marriage licenses. One situation that is…

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Vessel Documentation Search

Doing a Vessel Documentation Search in 2021

Every car owner or homeowner knows to check the history of the vehicle or building before making a financial commitment. This isn’t a good rule of thumb that’s exclusive to buying a car or home though, it applies to your vessel too!  If you’re in the market for a vessel, whether it’s for commercial or…

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Documented Vessel

Understanding What a Documented Vessel Is

USCG boat owners are responsible for educating themselves on the meaning of the term “documented vessel” and how it may affect them. “One that has been issued a marine document by the Coast Guard which evidences the boat’s nationality and compliance with relevant rules and regulations,” the United States Coast Guard (USCG) defines a documented…

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All Yacht Documentation

Tips To Keep All Yacht Documentation Safe

Are you the pleased owner of a United States Coast Guard vessel? If this is the case, you know the significance of ensuring that all yacht documentation is always brought up to date. It is necessary that all documentation be protected at all times, regardless of whether the information it contains pertains to the vessel…

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