Vessel Registration
As an agent for The
Department of Environmental Protection, the Tax Collector us
responsible for providing the necessary service and record keeping
procedures used in processing vessel titles and registrations. All
motorized vessels, commercial and private, must be registered, titled
and issued a decal before they can be used in Florida waters. The
decal must be affixed to the port side of the boat.
Vessel registrations expire at midnight of the owners
birthday.
Vessel registration fees are based on the length
of the boat.
Application with a Manufacture's Statement of Origin
The selling dealer, for all new boats must complete
the manufacturer's statement of origin (MSO), when applicable. Proof
of sales tax paid or proof of exemption must be provided, or sales
tax must be collected.
Application with a Florida Title
To transfer a Florida title of a used boat to the
new owner, form #1 and form #2 on the title must be completed. If
the vessel is purchased through a dealer, the dealer reassignment
also must be completed. Sales tax will be collected if applicable.
Boat registration must be transferred at the time of title transfer.
Application with an Out-of-State Title or Registration
Many states do not require boats to be titled. Proof
of ownership on a used boat from a non-title state is the vessel
registration. A notarized bill of sale is required with the registration
to transfer ownership. If a title is available, it and Department
of Highway Safety Motor Vehicle (DHSMV) form 82040 (title application
form) must be completed for processing. Sales tax will be collected
if applicable.
Sojourners
A non-resident boater with a valid out-of-state registration
certificate may use his/her vessel in Florida waters for 90 days
without applying for a Florida registration. This applies to pleasure
boats only. If the non-resident intends to use the craft in Florida
longer that 90 days, the boat must be registered with the Department
of Environmental Protection, which is processed at the Tax Collectors'
Office.
Vessel Registration Prices
| Feet |
12 Month Cost |
| 1-11 & canoes |
$8.25 |
| 12-15 |
$15.25 |
| 16-25 |
$23.25 |
| 26-39 |
$55.25 |
| 40-64 |
$86.25 |
Helpful Tips
Florida Vessels Owners - The Facts
www.hsmv.state.fl.us/dmv/vslfacts.html
Boater Saftey Courses are required for anyone born
after September 30, 1980. You may call 850-488-5600 or take a course
online at www.boatsafe.com/
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