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BOAT REGISTRATION SUMMARY

State of South Dakota

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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 South Dakota. 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 registration number prefix for South Dakota is "SD".
Title certificate. All registered boats must be titled, except for those which are documented with the Coast Guard.
Registration certificate. Registration is required on all boats over 12' and all motor boats regardless of length. Coast Guard documented vessels are also subject to registration. Registrations are renewed optionally from 1 to 3 years.
Sales & use tax. Sales and excise taxes are levied on boat transactions.
Loan perfection. Security interests are perfected on the title records for non-documented boats.
Registration agency. Motor Vehicles Division
Boat record search. The Motor Vehicles Division will confirm hull numbers and certificates in hand. Detailed information must be obtained from a public boat record provider.
Ownership designations. All parties must release title with the "AND" designation. Any party may release with an "OR" designation. The surviving party may release with the "WROS" (with right of survivorship) designation.
Residency requirements. Title certificates are available to non-residents if the boat is located within the state.
Bonded titling or registration. Bonded titles are available.
Hull number inspection. Required if there is a discrepancy.
Outboard motors. Not subject to titling and registration.
Notary public. Notaries serve a six year term and must post a $5,000 bond. Embossed or inked seal must be affixed to all notarized documents.
Visitation period. 60 days.


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