The Coast Guard vessel database is a repository of information about documented vessels. This database serves as a centralized source for details related to boats that have undergone the documentation process with the USCG. If your boat qualifies for Coast Guard documentation, its information can also be found in this database. Documented Vessels in the…
Have you been looking to learn more about a vessel that you’re interested in? Does a vessel you’re researching for a potential purchase almost seem “too good to be true?” When you’re buying a vessel, you want the absolute best vessel for your situation possible. But, you also have to be careful. You want to…
If at any time while your certificate of documentation is still valid you move out from the location you had given to the USCG on the application, you need to submit a US Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Change of Address. This article will explain to you how to do that, how many years your certificate…
Sometimes, depending on the body of water you’re on, you could be stopped by Coast Guard vessels. This isn’t exactly like getting pulled over by the police, necessarily. It could happen for any number of reasons. Perhaps they noticed something amiss with your vessel, or maybe they had some kind of news that they had…
If you’ve ever shopped for something online, then you know how hard it can be to find the exact thing that you want. Sure, when you go online, you’ll be able to find so many different options and be exposed to things that you didn’t even know existed. However, it can be difficult to find…
You’re out on the water, enjoying your vessel. Whether you’re engaging in coastwise trade, fishery, foreign trade, or just having some recreational time with friends and family, you’re doing what you want to on the water. Suddenly, the Coast Guard vessels show up. They stop your craft to look it over. Nothing wrong with that,…