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BOAT REGISTRATION SUMMARY

State of Mississippi

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          Our boat registration summary contains a quick overview of boat titling, registration, loan perfection, and operational requirements for the State of Mississippi. More detailed information, forms, guidelines, and a complete listing of resources are obtainable by downloading a Boat Registration Kit for this state. You will also find an extensive listing of generic state level boat registration, boat trailer, and general purpose forms on our Forms Page . Please visit our State Page for additional articles and information regarding state level boat registration, titling, and operational requirements.

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

State numbering. The boat numbering prefix for Mississippi is "MI".
Title certificate. Boat titling is optional in this state. Coast Guard documented vessels should not be titled.
Registration certificate. Registration is required on all  motorized boats and sailboats. Coast Guard documented boats are exempt from registration. Boat registration certificates renew every three years.
Sales & use tax. Sales tax is levied on boat transactions.
Loan perfection. On non-documented vessels which are state titled, a security interest must be perfected on state title records. If a non-documented boat is not titled, a UCC financing statement must be filed. A preferred vessel mortgage must be recorded on the abstract of title if the boat is Coast Guard documented.
Registration agency. Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks, Boat Registration Division. Local county tax collectors offices can also administer registrations.
Boat record search. The Boat Registration Division will verify hull numbers and certificates in hand. Detailed reports must be obtained from a public record vendor.
Ownership designations. Multiple owners are shown only as "Co-owners".
Residency requirements. Non-residents may acquire titles if the boat is located within the state.
Hull number inspection. Required if there is a discrepancy.
Reporting requirements. Ownership transfers, abandonments, destructions, and thefts must be reported to the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks within 15 days.
Outboard motors. Titling is optional for outboard motors.
Notary public. Notaries serve 4 year terms, must post a $5,000 bond, and affix an embossed or inked seal to all notarized documents.
Visitation period. 60 days.


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