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BOAT REGISTRATION SUMMARY

State of Indiana

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          Indiana boat registration summary presents an overview of boat titling, registration, loan perfection, and operational requirements for the State of Indiana. 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 Indiana is "IN". There are approximately 165,000 boats registered in this state.
Title Requirements Titling is required for all registered boats, boats built for an Indiana owner before January 1, 1986, boats valued at less than $3,000 when new, and home built boats for personal use which are not for resale. Titles are not issued for Coast Guard documented boats.
Registration Requirements All motorized boats, including motorized sailboats and jet skis must be registered. This includes boats with trolling motors. Coast Guard documented vessels must also be registered. Registrations must be renewed on a yearly basis.
Sales Tax State sales tax applies to boat transactions.
Loan perfection. A lender is shown as legal owner on a state titled vessel. On Cost Guard documented vessels, it will be necessary to record a preferred vessel mortgage.
Registration Agency Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Registration Records Boat registration records are maintained indefinitely by the State of Indiana. Detailed information on how to obtain verbal and written reports can be found in our boat registration kit for this state.
Ownership Designations "AND" indicates joint ownership. "OR" is not defined.
Hull Inspection Required for first time registration and title applications.
Outboard Motors Not registered or titled.
Notary Regulations Eight year term, $5,000 bond required, must use embossed or inked stamp seal.
Visitation Period 60 days


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