Have you been researching a particular vessel? Do you want to learn more about a vessel but want to be sure that information comes from an unimpeachable source? We can help. Here at the National Documentation Portal, you can conduct a vessel documentation search through our site. This search can help you to learn more…
Did you recently lose your Certificate of Documentation and aren’t sure what to do? Did you suffer a lost boaters license and are researching the best course of action? At the National Documentation Portal, we help vessel owners with vessel documentation. Vessels that have been documented with the USCG are our forte. That said, there…
Do you want to know more about a particular vessel but are unsure about who you can trust online? Does it seem like every site that promises “more info about vessels” is exactly the caliber of the site you shouldn’t trust for more information? It can be deeply frustrating to search online and be unable…
Do you plan on using your documented vessel in a state of your choosing? Are you unsure whether or not you can use it without registering it with the state? In America, we have federalism. States can set different rules in each state (to simplify matters greatly). Thus, in some states, you’ll have to register…
Are you worried that your vessel is in its best shape possible? Do you have an inspection for a Certificate of Inspection coming up and want to be sure that your vessel passes? Here at the National Documentation Portal, our primary concern is vessel documentation. We help vessel owners to acquire and maintain USCG vessel…
Have you been thinking about trying to renew vessel documentation online but found the process too complicated? Does it feel like you keep putting it off later and later? It’s understandable why you would procrastinate when it comes to renewing your boat documentation. That said, there are hard deadlines and you do have to get…
Are you completing your vessel documentation and aren’t sure which endorsement to choose? Or, have you picked an endorsement and are considering picking a new one? Here at the National Documentation Portal, we’re always open to answer any vessel documentation query someone may ask us. Often, we’re asked about “endorsements,” as these show up in…
Do you know what basic visual distress signals are and how to respond to them on the water? With the summer season upon us, more and more people are on the water. To have peace of mind while you’re enjoying the waves with friends and family, knowing your distress signals can help in a variety…
Do you want to complete your vessel documentation without having to go to a vessel documentation office? By that same token, are you tired of filling out forms by hand? We designed the National Documentation Portal for many reasons, not the least of which was so vessel owners could access these forms online easily. Whether…
Are you aware of basic boat part names? Do you know what they are and what they do? For many vessel owners, “basic seamanship” was a very long time ago. That said, a remedial “brush-up” of boat part basics can help you to be in a better position to react appropriately when both on the…