[Public-List] Beware of documentation renewal notices

[George Dinwiddie]

https://www.boatus.com/news-room/release/boatus-be-vigilant-when-renewing-your-boats-u

A 2017 Coast Guard bulletin says in part:

“The NVDC is aware that there are commercial entities that offer to 
manage the certification/renewal process on behalf of vessel owners for 
a fee. The Coast Guard does not endorse any of these companies, and the 
companies do not operate on behalf of the Coast Guard in any way. Any 
fees charged or agreements offered by such companies are in no way 
associated with the NVDC certification process. In addition, these 
companies are not authorized to issue any form of documentation, 
including travel letters and/or permits that authorize operation of ANY 
vessel. Customer complaints can be made through the Federal Trade 
Commission's (FTC) website at https://www.ftc.gov/.”


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