Georgia Boat Bill of Sale Form

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A Georgia boat bill of sale is a form that certifies the sale/purchase of a vessel and initiates the transfer of ownership from the seller to the buyer. This document includes the boat’s current registration number, the hull identification number (HIN), and whether there is hull damage. The bill of sale is often needed for the new owner to register the boat and must be signed by both parties. 

Georgia Boat Bill of Sale Form

A Georgia boat bill of sale is a form that certifies the sale/purchase of a vessel and initiates the transfer of ownership from the seller to the buyer. This document includes the boat’s current registration number, the hull identification number (HIN), and whether there is hull damage. The bill of sale is often needed for the new owner to register the boat and must be signed by both parties. 

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A Georgia boat bill of sale is a form that certifies the sale/purchase of a vessel and initiates the transfer of ownership from the seller to the buyer. This document includes the boat’s current registration number, the hull identification number (HIN), and whether there is hull damage. The bill of sale is often needed for the new owner to register the boat and must be signed by both parties. 

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Georgia Boat Registration

All motorized boats and sailboats over 12 feet must be registered in Georgia.[1] After the boat registration is approved, an eTitle will be issued in the registration system.[2]

Boat registration may be done online or by mail. New boat owners will need to ensure they have the following documentation to apply for registration[3]:

  • Proof of ownership – In most cases, the Bill of Sale signed by the buyer and seller is used to prove ownership.
  • Vessel Registration Application – The owner must sign this document if mailing the application. The online process allows the user to submit the document without a signature.
  • Paper Title (if applicable) – A copy of the signed over title (front and back) must be provided if the vessel has a printed title.
  • Registration Fees – These are based on the boat’s length and must be paid to complete registration.

Individuals applying by mail should submit their documents to:

Georgia Department of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 934943
Atlanta, GA 31193-4943

Sellers must report the sale of their boat within 15 days. This may be done online, by mailing a copy of the Bill of Sale to the address above, or by phone at 1-800-366-2661.[4]

Sources

  1. Georgia.gov – Register a Boat
  2. Boat Registration – eTitles
  3. Boat Registration – Supporting Documents
  4. Boat Registration – Report Sale