Registration Info
Registration is required
Vessel Owner/Operator should:
1. Collect your State Registration papers, and (if documented) Coast Guard Documentation papers, Personal Flotation Devices (including a class IV throwable device), Visual Distress Signals, and portable dry-chemical Fire Extinguishers, and place them where they can be conveniently examined-- usually in the cabin area.
2. In advance-- locate your Hull Identification Number (HIN) which was put on by the manufacturer. If your vessel is Documented you must also locate the Official Number assigned by the Coast Guard, it is “Permanently Marked on some interior STRUCTURAL part of the hull” by the owner.
3. Clear an area around the motor box, and/or hatches, so the Vessel Examiner (VE) can visually examine the Bilge, Battery Box, Holding Tank, Fuel Tank, Vents, and so on.
4. When the (VE) arrives, TURN ON THE BATTERY. Turn ON your Running lights, but NOT the Anchor Light. The VE will verify that they are working properly.
5. At the VE’s signal, turn OFF the Running Lights and turn ON the Anchor light. The VE will verify that it is working. Turn OFF the Anchor light. The VE will then check registration numbers or documented name before coming aboard.
6. Demonstrate that your bilge pump, ventilation blower, horn, radio, and other electric/electronic devices are working properly. TURN OFF YOUR BATTERY unless you need it for other purposes.
7. Present your documents and safety items for the VE to examine and stand by to answer questions.
8. Point out the location of the HIN, then (if documented) point out the location of the official Documented number.
9. Marine Sanitation Devices (The Head and Holding Tank) will be examined.
10. If appropriate (vessel 26’ and over) you will need to show the VE your Pollution placard and MARPOL Placard, and if 40’ or over, your written “Trash Disposal Plan” and copy of the “Navigation Rules”.
Registration cancellations will be accepted until Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:01 AM