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Documentation Renewal
Documentation Renewal
CG-1280 (08/16)

Use this form to complete either the single or multi-year renewal for Recreational and Commercial vessels documented with the United States Coast Guard

Documentation Transfer
Documentation Transfer
CG-1258 (08/16)

This form is required to transfer ownership of a vessel via form CG-1258. This includes used vessel purchases, equity transfer, inheritances and Documenting vessels in Corporations

Initial Documentation
Initial Documentation
CG-1258 (08/16), CG-5397 (10/17)

Use this form to register a new vessel or a vessel that has never been previously registered with the United States Coast Guard. Tonnage calculations or the original Builder’s Certificate are required.

Return to Active Documentation
Return to Active Documentation
CG-1258 (08/16)

If the Certificate of Documentation has passed 30 days of expiration, this form is required to return the vessel to an active status. Additional fees apply.

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If you require additional assistance processing your Documentation request, there are representatives available to complete your filing. Please call (866) 610-6594 or email admin@unitedstatesvessel.us and leave a message for the appropriate department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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