Maritime Notary
Coastal Notary & Apostille provides specialized notary services for the maritime industry throughout the South Bay and greater Los Angeles area — including the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach. From vessel transactions and crew agreements to maritime liens and apostille authentication for international use, we understand the unique documentation requirements of the maritime world and are ready to come to you — dockside, at your office, or wherever your business takes place.
What is a Maritime Notary
A maritime notary is a commissioned notary public with knowledge of the specialized documentation used in the shipping, boating, and marine industries. Maritime transactions — vessel sales, crew employment agreements, liens, and mortgages — often involve multiple parties, complex legal requirements, and documents that must meet both state and federal standards.
Working with a notary familiar with maritime documents ensures your paperwork is executed correctly the first time — avoiding costly delays or rejections by the U.S. Coast Guard, USCG National Vessel Documentation Center, or foreign authorities.
Vessel owners & buyers Buying, selling, or transferring a documented or registered vessel requires properly notarized bills of sale and title documents. Ship operators & crew Crew agreements, articles, and employment contracts for commercial vessels must be properly executed and authenticated. Lenders & financiers Maritime mortgages and preferred ship mortgages require notarized documentation for recording with the USCG. International transactions Documents used in foreign countries may require apostille authentication in addition to notarization.
Maritime Services We Provide
Documents we commonly handle:
Vessel bills of sale
Ship's articles & crew contracts
Preferred ship mortgages
Maritime lien documents
USCG documentation forms
Certificates of ownership & title
Sea protests & damage declarations
Affidavits of heirship for vessels
Charter party agreements
International maritime documents
Ship's articles & crew agreements Notarization of crew employment contracts, articles of agreement, and related documents required for commercial vessel operations. Bills of sale for vessels Proper execution and notarization of vessel bills of sale for documented vessels, state-registered boats, and commercial craft. Maritime liens & mortgages Notarization of preferred ship mortgages, maritime liens, and financing documents for recording with the U.S. Coast Guard. Certificates of ownership Authentication of vessel ownership certificates and title documents required for USCG documentation or state registration transfers. Affidavits & sworn statements Jurats, oaths, and affirmations for maritime affidavits, damage declarations, sea protests, and other sworn statements. Apostille for maritime docs Full apostille processing for maritime documents intended for use in foreign countries — through the CA Secretary of State or U.S. Dept. of State.
How It Works
Contact us
Reach out by phone, text, or our online form. Tell us your document type, number of signers, and preferred location.
Appointment confirmed
We confirm availability, agree on fees, and coordinate with all parties — vessel owners, crew, lenders, or legal counsel.
We come to you
We travel to the marina, dock, vessel, port office, or any location that works — South Bay and greater LA area.
Documents completed
All signers are verified, documents are properly executed and notarized, and your package is returned promptly.
Credentials
Coastal Notary & Apostille brings the professional standards and certifications the maritime industry requires.
NNA Certified
NSA Certified
CCA Certified
Background Screened
E&O Insured
Port of LA & Long Beach Area
Pricing
Fees vary depending on the service type, document volume, number of signers, and location. All fees are disclosed and agreed upon before your appointment is confirmed.
Notarization Fees
Acknowledgment (per signature)
Includes certificate & seal $15
Jurat / oath or affirmation (per signature)
Sworn statement with seal $15
Certified copy (per copy) $.30
Travel Fee
Travel fees vary based on your location — including marina, dock, port, or office. Your fee will be disclosed before scheduling. Contact us for a quote.
Apostille & Authentication
Apostille fees depend on the issuing authority, destination country, and turnaround time. Visit our Apostille Services page for full pricing, or contact us for a quote specific to your documents.