All documents should have adequate information to identify the boat, such as:. Other proofs of ownership, listed below, may be used. Bills of sale or invoices should show buyer and seller and be signed by both. If proof of ownership cannot be obtained, a completed and signed Affidavit of Vessel Ownership Form may be submitted by the vessel owner. Proof of ownership may be a transferred paper title required if from a vessel title state. For GA registered boats, if the owner of record in our system has not reported the boat sold as required by law , the bill of sale must be from the owner of record.
If it is not from the owner of record, there must be an unbroken line of bills of sale back to the owner of record or the Vessel Affidavit of Ownership process must be completed. If the registration is done by phone, you may visit your online account to verify the application electronically or obtain a pre-printed application for signature. You may also request the Service Desk send you a physical application for signature. Owners of Georgia registered boats must notify the Department , in writing, of sale or transfer, theft or recovery, or destruction or abandonment of a boat within 15 days.
If it is determined that a BOS is not available at all or is not adequate, the customer should obtain an adequate BOS. The documents that will later be used to transfer or register a boat in Georgia from a private sale may vary, depending if the boat is already registered in Georgia, if the boat has a paper title issued, if the boat has been reported sold, and if the seller is the owner of record in the Georgia registration system.
There are many possible scenarios, but these below are the most common. Seller should give the buyer a signed and detailed bill of sale and the Georgia boat registration card. The bill of sale must contain sufficient information to identify the boat, such as hull identification number, year, make, model, Georgia boat registration number, etc.
If the seller is not the owner of record on the Georgia registration card, the seller should also give the buyer copies of bills of sale that form a chain back to the owner of record to show the boat was legally transferred by the owner of record to each subsequent owner if these bills of sale are available.
Most Georgia registered boats have an eTitle in the state registration system. If a Georgia paper title for the vessel exists, it must be transferred and given to the buyer. From a vessel title state: Buyer should obtain a detailed bill of sale from the seller and the original out of state title showing transfer to their name, and the original state registration card if available.
All transfers of ownership must be on the title. From a non-title state: Buyer should obtain a detailed bill of sale from the seller and the original state registration card. The seller should be the owner if record in that state, and if not bills of sale back to the owner of record must be submitted. There may be length or model year exceptions in title states.
All boats manufactured or imported on or after November 1, , must bear a HIN, and this HIN must be identified during the boat registration process. On catamarans and pontoon boats with replaceable hulls, the HIN is usually affixed to the aft crossbeam, within one foot of the starboard right hull attachment. When a person dies, title to their property, including any vessels they owned, becomes vested in another person s.
Skip to content. How to Register a Boat. Here's the basic steps to follow when registering a boat: Research the boat registration requirements in your state. Complete a registration form—either online, through the mail, or in person. Pay the registration fee, which varies by state and the size of the vessel. Be conscious of the expiration date and apply for renewal. Boat Registration Numbers and Stickers A boat registration number is its license plate and is comprised of letters and numbers that must be displayed on the hull, near the bow, on the front third of the boat on both sides.
Boat Registration Renewal Your boat registration authority should automatically send you a renewal form and a bill or assessment. Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between boat registration and vessel documentation? Do I have to pay property taxes on a documented vessel?
Does a dinghy need to be registered? Do boat trailers need to be registered? A trailer is usually registered in addition to the boat since the two can be separated. Where can I buy boat registration numbers? Titles are often required by lenders to prove the seller has clear ownership of the boat. A title needs to be purchased only once.
PA boat registrations and titles are issued exclusively by the Fish and Boat Commission. In most cases, new boat owners will want a Temporary Registration so they can use their boats while registration documents are processed. Temporary registrations are issued by approved Boat Registration Agents, county treasurers and Commission region offices. To find locations, consult our online listing , or call toll-free: This form and other registration and titling forms are available at many marine dealers, county treasurer offices and Commission regional offices.
Most forms are also available online or you can view Commission region office locations. In most cases, new boat owners will want a temporary registration so they can use the boat while the application is processed. Only approved boat registration agents can issue a temporary registration.
Fees cover a 2-year period, which expires March 31 of the 2nd year. The following boats are required to register but are exempt from registration fees:. The renewal process can be completed online at huntfish. After completing the required fields, your boat registration will be mailed to the address that is currently on file with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission address will be displayed for confirmation.
New registrations and boat transfers cannot be completed at huntfish. Form REV must be completed and signed by all parties. Check the form carefully and correct any errors. Indicate the estimated gallons of gasoline used from the previous boating season. Indicate any duplicates you need and return the form with the applicable fee. If the boat owner doesn't receive this form or the registration has been expired for several years, then form PFBC is the supplemental renewal form to use.
The last registered owner and applicant new owner must complete and sign form REV to transfer ownership of the boat. Transferring ownership of a titled boat is just like transferring a car title. The titled owner must sign the back of the title and have it notarized.
The new owner must complete, sign and submit form REV with the applicable fee.. Allegheny County residents are subject to 1 percent local sales tax, and Philadelphia residents are subject to 2 percent local sales tax. Credit may be given for tax paid in another state. There is no charge for replacement decals. Duplicate registration cards, decals and titles can be obtained only from the Commission Licensing and Registration Section.
If the Commission is notified within 90 days of issuing a registration certificate and validation decals that the intended recipient has not received them within 90 days, the Commission will issue a replacement registration certificate and a set of replacement validation decals at no cost to the customer.
The HIN is located on the outside of the transom rear on the starboard right side above the waterline. If the boat is homemade or built before , the Commission will assign a HIN to the boat.
The validation decal must be displayed within 6 inches of the number before or following on the same level. Follow these guidelines to remove the decals from the backing material:. Note: The Commission does not supply the actual letters and numbers. The owner is responsible for purchasing and displaying the registration number. Hardware stores and boat dealers, for example, sell these kinds of letters and numbers.
It is legal to operate a boat registered in another state on Pennsylvania waters. Boats must be registered in the state of primary use. The state of primary use is the state where a boat is on the water more than it is on the water of any other state.
It does not matter where you live. If you use your boat more often in Pennsylvania than your home state, PA is your primary state of use. The law allows for the occasional use of a boat in states other than those where the boat is registered.
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