Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale Form

Massachusetts boat bill of sale is a form used as evidence of a transfer of vessel ownership between buyer and seller. The bill should include the vessel’s manufacturing information, length, current title number, hull ID number, and the price paid. The bill of sale will be a required document when the buyer applies for title and registration for their new boat.

Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale Form

Massachusetts boat bill of sale is a form used as evidence of a transfer of vessel ownership between buyer and seller. The bill should include the vessel’s manufacturing information, length, current title number, hull ID number, and the price paid. The bill of sale will be a required document when the buyer applies for title and registration for their new boat.

Last updated March 9th, 2024

Massachusetts boat bill of sale is a form used as evidence of a transfer of vessel ownership between buyer and seller. The bill should include the vessel’s manufacturing information, length, current title number, hull ID number, and the price paid. The bill of sale will be a required document when the buyer applies for title and registration for their new boat.

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Massachusetts Boat Registration

Motorized boats operating on public waters must be registered, and if they’re 14 feet or longer, they also require titling.[1] Boat titling and payment of the sales tax must take place within 20 days of purchase.[2]

Registration and titling can be completed by following these steps[3]:

  1. Complete a Registration and Titling Application.
  2. Pay sales tax and obtain proof of payment.
  3. Gather the following documents:
    • Proof of ownership – title, manufacturer’s statement of origin, or previous registration
    • Boat Bill of Sale
    • Proof that the Massachusetts sales tax has been paid
    • Pencil tracing of hull number (if none, an inspection may be required)
  4. Prepare payment for the registration and titling fees (see current fees).
  5. Submit the application and registration documents in person or by mail to a Boat and Recreation Vehicle Registration and Titling Bureau office.
Notice of Sale – Within 15 days of the purchase, the vessel’s seller must send notice of sale to the Mass. Environmental Police.[4]