Arizona Registration and Title Information

Summary of boat registration and titling rules in Arizona

How do you register a boat in Arizona?

In Arizona, initial registration is done by mail or in person at one of our Game and Fish Offices. We also have agents that can issue 30-day temporary registrations and submit the paperwork by mail on behalf of the customer.

Where do you register your boat in Arizona?

In Arizona, you register your boat at the Arizona Game and Fish Department

What boats are required to be registered in Arizona?

All motorized vessels are required to be registered in Arizona

What boats do not require registration in Arizona?

Non-motorized vessels are not required to be registered in Arizona

Are USCG documented boats required to be registered in Arizona?

USCG documented boats are required to be registered in Arizona

How much does it cost to register a boat in Arizona?

To register a boat in Arizona, the fees are as follows: • 0 to 12 ft. $20.00 • 12 ft. 1 in. to 16 ft. $22.00 • 16 ft. 1 in. to 20 ft. $30.00 • 20 ft. 1 in. to 26 ft. $35.00 • 26 ft. 1 in. to 39 ft. $39.00 • 39 ft. 1 in. to 64 ft. $44.00 • 64 ft. 1 in and over $66.00

How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat registration in Arizona?

A duplicate boat registration in Arizona costs $8

How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat decal in Arizona?

A duplicate boat decal in Arizona costs $8

How much does it cost to transfer a boat registration in Arizona?

Transfering a boat registration in Arizona will cost you $13

Does Arizona title boats?

Boats are not titled in Arizona

Does Arizona require boat inspections?

The following boats require inspections in Arizona: • All homemade boats • A watercraft built after November 1, 1972 with an improper hull ID number must be inspected. • If the customer does not have the required documents, it may require an inspection.

What is the sales tax rate for boats in Arizona?

Sales tax rates on boats in Arizona include the following: If purchased from a watercraft dealer, auction, or livery, or broker, it is a taxable sale. Sales tax of 5.6% must be shown on the bill of sale.

Does Arizona have an annual tax on boats?

Arizona does not have an annual tax on boats.

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Arizona Registration and Title Information: Summary of boat registration and titling rules in Arizona
How do you register a boat in Arizona?: In Arizona, initial registration is done by mail or in person at one of our Game and Fish Offices. We also have agents that can issue 30-day temporary registrations and submit the paperwork by mail on behalf of the customer.
Where do you register your boat in Arizona?: In Arizona, you register your boat at the Arizona Game and Fish Department
What boats are required to be registered in Arizona?: All motorized vessels are required to be registered in Arizona
What boats do not require registration in Arizona?: Non-motorized vessels are not required to be registered in Arizona
Are USCG documented boats required to be registered in Arizona?: USCG documented boats are required to be registered in Arizona
How much does it cost to register a boat in Arizona?: To register a boat in Arizona, the fees are as follows: • 0 to 12 ft. $20.00 • 12 ft. 1 in. to 16 ft. $22.00 • 16 ft. 1 in. to 20 ft. $30.00 • 20 ft. 1 in. to 26 ft. $35.00 • 26 ft. 1 in. to 39 ft. $39.00 • 39 ft. 1 in. to 64 ft. $44.00 • 64 ft. 1 in and over $66.00
How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat registration in Arizona?: A duplicate boat registration in Arizona costs $8
How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat decal in Arizona?: A duplicate boat decal in Arizona costs $8
How much does it cost to transfer a boat registration in Arizona?: Transfering a boat registration in Arizona will cost you $13
Does Arizona title boats?: Boats are not titled in Arizona
Does Arizona require boat inspections?: The following boats require inspections in Arizona: • All homemade boats • A watercraft built after November 1, 1972 with an improper hull ID number must be inspected. • If the customer does not have the required documents, it may require an inspection.
What is the sales tax rate for boats in Arizona?: Sales tax rates on boats in Arizona include the following: If purchased from a watercraft dealer, auction, or livery, or broker, it is a taxable sale. Sales tax of 5.6% must be shown on the bill of sale.
Does Arizona have an annual tax on boats?: Arizona does not have an annual tax on boats.
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