California Boat Bill of Sale Form

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California Boat Bill of Sale Form

Last updated May 24th, 2025

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A California boat bill of sale is completed by the parties involved in the sale of a vessel to document the transaction. Information on both parties will be included in the form, along with a description of the boat and the final purchase price. After a successful transaction, the seller will maintain a copy of the bill of sale for their records, and the buyer will use it to register the vessel.

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California Boat Registration

All motorized boats and sailboats over eight feet in length must be registered and titled.[1] The DMV must be informed of a transfer of boat ownership within 10 days of the transaction.[2]

Title transfers can be done online prior to registration or at the same time.[3]

To register and/or title a boat, new owners will need to complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an Application for Vessel Certificate of Number (BOAT 101)
  2. Gather the following forms and documentation:
  3. Visit the DMV office with the forms above and funds to pay the applicable fees, or mail them to:

Department of Motor Vehicles
PO Box 942869
Sacramento, CA 94269-0001

Sources

  1. DMV – Boat/Vessel Registration
  2. DMV – Title Transfers and Changes
  3. DMV – Title Transfers