Have you grown weary of having to go to site after site to find everything you need for your commercial fishing business? Does it feel like too much of a chore to have to go to one place for your federal permits, another for your state licensing, and then somewhere else for your USCG documentation?…
Part of being a commercial fisherman is keeping your boat in good working order. Sometimes work is carried out and then not paid for. This can happen for many reasons, including lack of funds, but often results in a USCG claim of lien. Understanding what a lien is and how it works can help you…
Registering your commercial fishing vessel may be required at the state or federal level, perhaps both. If you need to complete USCG registration, it can be a bit of an overwhelming prospect. Fortunately, these days you can complete much of the process online, including paying for your registration. Before getting started, it makes sense to…
Commercial fishing is a very important industry in the United States, sustaining thousands of jobs and contributing
What does it mean when a USCG documentation number is given? The United States Coast Guard (USCG) registration number comprises up to five symbols and numbers and is given to recreational vessels in the United States. This Number can be found on the vessel’s documentation. It is essential to remember that even though many people…
The United States Coast Guard, also known as the USCG, is a component of the United States armed forces responsible for ensuring the security and efficiency of maritime transportation. They monitor a diverse fleet of marine vehicles, such as merchant ships, oil tankers, passenger ships, tugboats, research vessels, fishing boats, transports, private yachts, and recreational…
If you own a boat, keeping your documentation updated by the US Coast Guard (USCG) is important. The USCG ship documentation renewal application is typically expected to be submitted once every five years. Many other factors affect the time between one application and the next. To avoid issues involving having your vessel decommissioned while it’s…
It can be difficult to understand the prerequisites for USCG-documented vessel renewal, particularly if this is your first time going through the procedure. In Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 4, Subpart C, Sections 50-57, you’ll find the prerequisites for this type of extension from the US Coast Guard. This is…
When a vessel is put up for sale at public auction, the United States Coast Guard will send out a document known as the USCG Notice of Claim of lien to mortgage holders, debt holders, and any other parties with a financial interest in the Vessel. It is only possible to officially submit the Notice…
A documented vessel transfer is when an individual with a positive reputation with the United States Coast Guard sells, transfers, or gives their USCG-documented vessel to another individual. This can take place either directly or through a third party. When a vehicle is said to be “documented,” it indicates that it has passed an inspection…