Do all vessels and boats have a hidden hull number?
– All vessels and boats built for U.S. consumption after August 1, 1984 are required to have a second copy of the manufacturer’s or builder’s hull identification number hidden somewhere on the interior of the hull. In order to find this location it will be necessary to contact a marine surveyor, a law enforcement official, or the manufacturer. ◄ Back / Resources ► Vessel Record Search 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 bar
