Just like a car, it is necessary to renew Coast Guard Documentation every year. Failing to renew your documentation will leave you with an expired certificate of documentation. Operating your vessel with an invalid certificate of documentation will leave you liable to potential fines and penalties. Renewing your documentation every year will let you continue…
If you ever tried to get all of the NVDC forms your vessel might need before the days of the internet, then you know how difficult that could be. You either had to find them online and print them out or, in some cases, (depending on when you did this) you had to drive somewhere…
Abstract of Title There are many things to keep in mind when you decide to buy a vessel. And one of the most important issues boat buyers need to know is the abstract of title. This document carries many complexities around. And getting a detailed information about those specifications can save you lots of time…
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To own a ship and sail away is the dream of many people. Some lucky ones can make their dreams come true. Unfortunately, reality has some details that dreams don’t contemplate. Legal issues of all kind can make the whole experience trickier than you think. For this reason, it’s good for you to know what…
When you own a commercial vessel in the United States today, it is up to you as the boat owner to make sure you stay within the laws and regulations set forth by the Coast Guard so you can keep your boat in the water legally and operate your business. You take great care to…
May I renew a lost Certificate of Documentation?. It is the policy of the US Coast Guard Documentation not to renew lost certificate of documentation. If you lost your certificate, you could apply for a replacement. You can complete it by filling out the form at old.vesseldocumentation.us. Once you filled out the application for a…
Vessel documentation is a process of documenting a ship and giving it a nationality, which the ship has been documented. The nationality is a proof of vessel ownership allowing the ship to travel in international waters. International maritime law requires every ship to be registered in a country. A vessel adheres to the legislation of…
Vessel documentation can be complicated. The amount documentation even a small boat can require in the United States can be staggering. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by everything that you’ll have to deal with when it comes to your vessel’s documentation. That being said, it doesn’t have to be difficult. We’ve done everything in our…
A big boat is a huge investment. That’s why you need to take care of it. Maintaining it doesn’t only mean making sure that it’s motor and all parts are in perfect condition. But it also means that you need to take care of its proper USCG documentation to avoid forfeiture and penalties. After purchasing…
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As the owner of a vessel, you need to understand why ship documentation is different than registration. These small differences can make a big impact in your experience. Recreational vessel owners are required to register their boats with the respective state governments in the USA. Each state has different requirements and agencies to manage these…