Cg 7042-2026

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The document is an authorization form for credit card transactions related to services provided by the U.S. Coast Guard's National Vessel Documentation Center (NVDC). It outlines the necessary information required for processing payments for various vessel documentation services, including application fees, certificates of ownership, and other related charges. The form also includes a privacy act statement regarding the use of collected data.

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Begin by entering the date in section A. This is crucial for processing your request.
In section B, provide your name and in section C, include your telephone number for contact purposes.
Fill out section D with the vessel name and section E with the hull identification number or any unique identifier if applicable.
Complete sections F through H with the credit card holder’s name, credit card number, and expiration date respectively. Ensure you are using an accepted card type.
Indicate the amount of charge in section I and complete sections J and K based on your vessel's use and official number.
In section L, indicate the service required by checking the appropriate box and filling in any additional amounts as needed.
Finally, provide your name and address in section M along with your contact details in sections N through P.

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Where do I send my CG 1258?

YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT: 800-799-8362 OR BY MAIL AT U. S. COAST GUARD, NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER, 792 TJ JACKSON DRIVE, FALLING WATERS, WV 25419. NOTE: FILING THIS APPLICATION DOES NOT ENTITLE A VESSEL TO DOCUMENTATION OR TO ANY CHANGES SOUGHT ON A CERTIFICATE OF DOCUMENTATION.

How do I renew my Coast Guard documentation?

Step 1: Complete CG-1280 Vessel Renewal Notification form mailed to you. Sign, date, indicate capacity of person signing and address change, if applicable OR click the CG-1280 Renewal of Certificate of Documentation link under the INSTRUCTIONS AND FORMS tab on our website to complete form.

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.

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How much does USCG documentation cost?

The new five-year documentation cost for is fixed at $130. Additional fees apply for initial documentation as well as exchanges. The Coast Guard will not issue refunds if an owner chooses to cancel documentation before its five-year expiration or if a vessel is sold during the renewal period.

How often do you renew Coast Guard documentation?

All documents are issued by the US Coast Guard and must be renewed annually. The Coast Guard will mail a renewal notice to the owner of a documented vessel 45 days prior to the expiration of the document. When the renewal notice is completed and returned to the Coast Guard, a color renewal decal is sent to the owner.

How do I look up a USCG documented vessel?

Contact the USCG Vessel Documentation Center (http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m/vdoc/nvdc.htm) for vessel title and lien information.

How do I document my vessel with the Coast Guard?

Boat owners can document their vessel or renew their Certificate of Documentation directly through the Coast Guard's National Vessel Documentation Center. Owners will generally need to submit: An application for documentation (form CG-1258)

How do I transfer a document over a boat?

If your vessel is USCG documented, you would only need to submit a copy of the Certificate of Documentation. It has to include the signature of the owners, and the copy must be notarized. Then, state the new name and address of the new owners.