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BOAT REGISTRATION SUMMARY

State of Delaware

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          Delaware boat registration summary presents an overview of boat titling, registration, loan perfection, and operational requirements for the State of Delaware. More detailed information, forms, guidelines, and other resources are obtainable by downloading a Boat Registration Kit for this state. You will also find an extensive listing of general purpose boat and trailer registration forms on our Forms page. Please visit our State page for additional articles and information about registering or titling boats, trailers, and outboard motors.

The information presented here is subject to change and should be confirmed with the respective state agency.

Boat Registration Numbering The boat registration number prefix for the State of Delaware is "DE". There are approximately 59,000 boats registered in this state.
Title Requirements Boats are not titled in Delaware. This is a registration only state.
Registration Requirements Registration is required on all motorized boats except those which are Coast Guard documented. Delaware boat registrations are available on a 1 to 3 year basis.
State Taxes No sales, excise, or personal property taxes are levied on boats in Delaware.
Loan Perfection A security interest on a non-documented boat is perfected with a UCC financing statement. If the vessel is Coast Guard documented, a preferred vessel mortgage must be recorded with the National Vessel Documentation Center.
Registration Agency Delaware Department of Natural Resources, Division of Fish and Wildlife.
Registration Records Boat registration records are maintained indefinitely by the State of Delaware. Detailed information on how to obtain verbal and written reports can be found in our boat registration kit for this state.
Ownership Designations Joint ownership terms are not defined on boat registrations in Delaware.
Residency Requirements Boat registration is available to non-residents if the boat's principal area of operation is within the State of Delaware.
Hull Inspections The hull number must be inspected by an enforcement official if there is a related discrepancy.
Reporting Requirements Ownership transfers, thefts, destructions, and abandonments must be reported within 15 days.
Outboard Motors Delaware does not issue titles or registrations on outboard motors.
Boat Trailers Registration and titling of all boat trailers are required in Delaware.
Notary Public An embossed seal or black-ink rubber stamp must be affixed to all documents notarized within the State of Delaware.
Dealer Requirements Professional licensing is not required for dealers or brokers in Delaware.
Visitation Period Boats that are Coast Guard documented or registered in another state are allowed a visitation period of 60 days.


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