Our boat
registration summary contains a quick overview of titling, registration,
loan perfection, and operational requirements for the State of
Arkansas. More detailed information, forms, guidelines, and a complete
listing of resource links are obtainable by downloading a
Boat Registration Kit
for this state.
You will also find an extensive listing of generic boat registration,
boat trailer, and general purpose state level forms on our Forms Page .
Please visit our
State Page for additional
articles and information regarding state level registration and titling.
The information presented here is subject to change and should be
confirmed with the respective state agency.
State numbering.
AR is the
registration number prefix for this state.
Title Certificate.
None issued.
This is a registration only state.
Registration Certificate.
Required on
all boats propelled by sail or motor, including trolling motors.
Coast Guard documented vessels are exempt. Three year renewal
cycle.
Sales & Use Tax.
Sales tax on
new and used boats sold by a dealer. No sales tax on casual
sales between individuals.
Arkansas
Department of Finance and Administration or any state revenue
office.
State record search.
Records are
maintained for five years.
Ownership designations.
No definition
for "and", "or" designations.
Residency requirements.
State of
primary use for boat.
Bonded
titling or registration.
Not applicable.
Electronic Titles.
Not
applicable.
Hull number inspection.
Required if
the boat does not have a hull identification number or if there
is a discrepancy. The
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Boating Division will inspect
boats and can issue state assigned hull numbers.
Outboard motors.
Not titled or
registered.
Boat trailers.
Titling and
registration are required.
Notary Public.
Rubber stamp
or embossed seal required on all notarized documents.
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