Our team at the Maritime Documentation Center receives a lot of questions about all the complicated vessel documentation processes, from the registration process to transfers of ownership. One of the most common queries on our site is about the option for a certificate of deletion of vessel. What is this about? When do people need…
As a boat owner in the United States, you need Coast Guard certificates before you may set sail. The inability to enjoy the sea and sunshine by boating would be much diminished in their absence. Certificates from the Coast Guard? To what relevance are they to my boat, exactly? A boat requires registration and license,…
If you own a boat, you know that several things must be monitored and recorded. It might be challenging to keep up with all that must be done, including registration and paperwork, safety inspections, and more. However, one thing many people who own boats may not be aware of is the circumstances in which they…
You, as the USCG vessel owner, must have a solid understanding of the Certificate of Deletion vessel. This document states that your vessel’s entry in the USCG register has been removed in an official capacity and that it can no longer be utilized for any official reasons. If you no longer need your boat for…
Are you the proud owner of a boat? If so, congratulations! For pure relaxation, nothing beats being out on the broad seas, and boating with a Certificate of Deletion is a fantastic way to do that. On the other hand, if you’re like most boat owners, you probably don’t take it out very frequently. Most…
If you are the owner of a vessel that has been removed from the database of registered vessels maintained by the United States Coast Guard (USCG), then you will be required to provide the USCG with a Certificate of Deletion. This certificate serves as proof that all official documents about your vessel have been completely…