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BOAT REGISTRATION SUMMARY

State of Utah

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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 Utah. 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 registration number prefix for this state is "UT".
Title certificate. All vessels manufactured since 1985 and with a motor of 25 hp or greater will be titled. Titles are not issued for Coast Guard documented vessels.
Registration certificate. Required on all boats powered by a motor or sail. Registration is also required for Coast Guard documented vessels. The registration period is yearly.
Sales & use tax. Sales tax is levied on boat transfers.
Loan perfection. Recorded on the title records for non-documented vessels. A preferred vessel mortgage is necessary for Coast Guard documented vessels.
Registration agency. Utah Division of Motor Vehicles.
Boat record search. The Division of Motor Vehicles will confirm documents in hand only.
Ownership designations. Both signatures are required to release a title with the 'AND' designation. Only one signature is required for the "OR", "AND/OR" designation.
Hull number inspection. Inspection is required on all boats registering in this state for the first time.
Reporting requirements. Transfers and abandonments must be reported within 15 days.
Outboard motors. Title certificates are issued for outboard motors 1985 or newer with 25 or more horsepower. Registration certificates are not issued.
Boat trailers. Titling and registration are required unless the trailer is a single axle less than 750 lbs unladen.
Notary public. $5,000 notary bonding is required. Notaries must seal with an inked stamp.
Dealer & broker licensing. Boat dealers and brokers are licensed by this state. No bonding is required.
Visitation period. Registration is required for out of state visitors after 14 days.


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