So, you’ve finally acquired that dream vessel you’ve been hunting for relentlessly. Now, the question that might be on your mind is, “How can I Register My Boat with the Coast Guard?” Some vessel owners have to do it and some can choose to do so. No matter your reasons, we can help. Here at…
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How Coast Guard Boat Registration Works
For boat owners in the United States, proper registration is a crucial step in ensuring both compliance with regulations and the security of their maritime investments. One of the options available is boat registration, a federal process that offers unique benefits and advantages. In this comprehensive guide, brought to you by Vessel Documentation Online, we’ll…
Avoid the Confusion of Coast Guard Form 1258
None of us really enjoy filling out paperwork, but the process seems to be a daily part of our lives. No matter where you go or what you may do, there is always a stack of papers that you need to read, fill out, sign, and submit to someone. It gets to the point where…
Step by Step Guide For Registering a Boat with the Coast Guard
Whether you are a completely new, first-time boat owner, or you have simply decided to upgrade your existing vessel, the one thing that you absolutely cannot forget to do is make sure that you register your new property with the coast guard. This is something that is absolutely essential for every vessel on the water,…
Beyond the US Boat Registration: Safe on the Water Year Round
When February comes to an end and gives way to March, in most of North America, that means that spring is right around the corner. Sure, there will be exceptionally cold days, but the sun will start to come out more often, too, and for longer, as well. That’s the kind of thing that can…
Acquiring and Maintaining USCG Vessel Registration
There are many times in vessel ownership that you might feel like you’ve truly accomplished something. The time you close the deal for your vessel is definitely one. When you first take it on the water is another. Perhaps when you finish renovating it to your liking is yet one more. Depending on the use,…
What the U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Center Does for You
Are you becoming a boat owner for the first time? If you are, this can be an exciting moment for you. When you see that boat in the marina for the initial time, and you know it belongs to you, you will be anxious to get out on the water and start enjoying your investment….
Understanding USCG Boat Registration Requirements for Your Vessel
Have you felt like documenting your vessel might be the right course of action, but you aren’t 100% sure? Are you in the process of making up your mind and just want to know the specifics? As vessel owners ourselves, we’ve found that there is quite a bit of misinformation out there in regards to…
Coast Guard Boat Registration: Safe on the Seas
Coast Guard boat registration is a “must-have” but not for everybody. Some folks don’t need it on their vessels while others can’t get it. This is one of those laws that you always want to be in compliance with, but may not be certain exactly how it pertains to you. Indeed, this is one of…
Every Coast Guard Registration Form in the Palm of Your Hand
The digital, nigh-paperless world didn’t always exist. In the past, if you had to get all of your vessel documents in one place, it wasn’t easy. You probably had to print them out or physically go to get them, which meant that you had to carry them, put them in some kind of folder or…