California Boat Bill of Sale Form

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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 Bill of Sale Form

Last updated May 24th, 2025

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.

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