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Arkansas Boat Registration / Title Forms and FAQ
Arkansas Frequently Asked Questions
- Arkansas Registration and Title Information
- Summary of boat registration and titling rules in Arkansas
- How do you register a boat in Arkansas?
- In Arkansas, you can register your boat in person or by mail.
- Where do you register your boat in Arkansas?
- In Arkansas, you register your boat at the Department of Finance and Administration
- What boats are required to be registered in Arkansas?
- The following boats are required to be registered in Arkansas: A. All vessels that are propelled by sail or machinery of any type are subject to registration with the following exceptions: 1. Vessels documented by the US Coast Guard. 2. Vessels owned by the United States, Canada or subdivision thereof. 3. Ships' lifeboats.
- What boats do not require registration in Arkansas?
- The following boats are not required to be registered in Arkansas: 1. Vessels documented by the US Coast Guard. 2. Vessels owned by the United States, Canada or subdivision thereof. 3. Ships' lifeboats.
- Are USCG documented boats required to be registered in Arkansas?
- USCG documented boats are not required to be registered in Arkansas
- How much does it cost to register a boat in Arkansas?
- To register a boat in Arkansas, the fees are as follows: * Vessels less than 16 feet - $7.50 * Vessels 16 feet to less than 26 feet - $15 * Vessels 26 feet to less than 40 feet - $51.00 * Vessels 40 feet or more - $105.00
- How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat registration in Arkansas?
- A duplicate boat registration in Arkansas costs $1
- How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat decal in Arkansas?
- A duplicate boat decal in Arkansas costs $1
- How much does it cost to transfer a boat registration in Arkansas?
- Transfering a boat registration in Arkansas will cost you $2
- Does Arkansas title boats?
- Boats are titled in Arkansas
- Where do you title your boat in Arkansas?
- In Arkansas, boats are titled through the Department of Finance and Administration
- What boats are required to be titled in Arkansas?
- All boats manufactured in or after 2020 are required to be titled in Arkansas
- What boats do not require a title in Arkansas?
- Boats manufacturer prior to 2020 are not required to be titled in Arkansas
- Does Arkansas require boat inspections?
- Arkansas does not require an inspection to register a boat.
- What is the sales tax rate for boats in Arkansas?
- Sales tax rates on boats in Arkansas include the following: 6.5% State Tax, as well as possible local city and county tax of 1% - 3% depending on any local approval of such local tax.
- What is the sales tax cap for boats in Arkansas?
- There is no cap on state tax in Arkansas for boats. The cap on local tax is $25 for each 1% of tax due.
- Does Arkansas have an annual tax on boats?
- Arkansas has an annual tax on boats, based on the value assessed by the county of residence
- Helpful Links for Arkansas:
- Motor Boat Registration | Department of Finance and Administration
Arkansas Forms
- Registration Application
- Watercraft Application
- Transfer
- Watercraft Application
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