Criteria for Active Membership:
1. Provide proof of existence as a separate entity (Tax ID Number, Checking
Account, Certificate of Business, etc.) whose primary source of income is from
documentation.
2. Minimum of two consecutive years of experience required. Attach a brief resume
detailing what this w/ experience encompasses (time spent working with Coast Guard forms,
amount of time spent preparing vessel files for closing, for filing with the Coast Guard,
kinds of vessel files worked on; verification of coordination with brokers, owners, banks,
etc.)
3. Written references: one from a current active AVDA member and one from a marine-related
entity.
4. Proof of E & O Insurance applicant has detailing the coverage included and effective dates; attach a copy of declaration page.
5. I state that I am of good moral character and that the named applicant conducts its
affairs in an honest, trustworthy and reputable manner; applicant has not been convicted
of a crime of moral turpitude.
Criteria for Affiliate & Associate Membership:
1. Written referral from a current active AVDA member.
2. I state that I am of good moral character and that the named applicant conducts its
affairs in an honest, trustworthy and reputable manner; applicant has not been convicted
of a crime of moral turpitude.
3. Proof of E & O Insurance if providing Coast Guard documentation services (Associate Membership)
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