How can I conduct a title search on a foreign vessel?
– Foreign registry systems are for the most part quite similar to our Coast Guard vessel documentation program here in the United States. In most cases the respective federal agency can issue a transcript of registry which offers the same basic information as our Coast Guard’s abstract of title or certificate of ownership. Some foreign provinces also issue boat registration certificates or licenses which serve the same function as those issued by our states. The biggest challenge in obtaining foreign vessel title reports is, of course, the language barrier. Accordingly, foreign searches often require assistance and cooperation from the seller while working in conjunction with a qualified translator. Please visit our Foreign Page for additional information, articles, and resources regarding this topic. ◄ Back / Resources ► Foreign Page How can I conduct a vessel or boat lien search? – Boat liens in the United States are filed with the U.S. Coast Guard, state titling or registration agen
