§ 130.4 - Where to apply and obtain forms.

(a) Any operator who wishes to be issued a Certificate (including a Master Certificate) shall file or cause to be filed with the Coast Guard an application, fees and evidence of financial responsibility at the following address:

(b) Application procedures are set forth in the remaining paragraphs of this section and in §§ 130.5 and 130.6. Regulations concerning fees are set forth in § 130.13, and regulations concerning evidence of financial responsibility are set forth in § 130.8. Regulations concerning Master Certificates (i.e., special Certificates applicable only in connection with vessels held solely for building, repair, scrapping, or sale) are set forth in § 130.11.

(c) Application forms may be obtained from the Headquarters address set forth in paragraph (a) of this section.

(d) All requests for assistance, including telephone inquiries, in completing applications should be directed to the Commandant's staff in Washington, DC [phone].