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The document is a renewal notification for Certificates of Documentation (COD) issued by the U.S. Coast Guard for commercial and recreational vessels. It outlines the renewal process, associated fees, payment options, and consequences of failing to provide required information. The document also includes instructions for completing the renewal form (CG-1280) and emphasizes the importance of accurate information to avoid penalties.

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What is the difference between state registration and documentation on a boat?

However, documented vessels dont display their official numbers on the outside of the hull, like a state registration, but instead are identified by the name and hailing port. The official number is placed inside. The application for documentation must include a name for the vessel, which may not exceed 33 characters.

Is a certificate of documentation for a boat the same as a title?

No, Coast Guard Documented vessels do not have titles, but they hold Certificates of Documentation in their stead. Federal law prohibits Documented vessels from possessing State titles, as the Federal Documentation supersedes all State registration.

What is a certificate of documentation?

A USCG Certificate of Documentation establishes the ownership and nationality of a vessel. Recreational vessels over five net tons have the option to document their vessel with the U.S. Coast Guard and obtain a Certificate of Documentation.

How long is a certificate of documentation good for?

A Certificate of Documentation is valid for 1-5 years from the date of issue, and must be renewed on an annual basis unless the multi-year renewal fees are submitted.

Who issues a certificate of documentation?

A certificate of documentation will be issued by the Coast Guard to the registered owner upon successful processing of an application. It is valid for one year and must be renewed, although there are multi-year renewals available for recreational-only vessels.

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Does Coast Guard documentation expire?

You must renew your documentation every year to remain valid. However, it is easy to forget about renewing your documentation. You can rest easy since the Coast Guard has put plans in place to help you renew your expired documentation.

How much is the fee for CG 1258?

Complete Form CG-1258 Application for Initial, Exchange or Replacement of Certificate of Documentation, Redocumentation, and submit the form with the fee of $84.00, PLUS additional applicable fees for any trade endorsement(s) other than Recreation or Registry.

How long is vessel documentation good for?

Renew their Recreational vessels Certificate of Documentation (COD) for 1 to 5 years. Renew their Commercial/Registry endorsements on their COD for one-year. Renew their Fleets CODs. Request an Abstract of Title (A/T) and/or Certified Copy of COD (CCOD).

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