Maryland Boat Bill of Sale Form

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A Maryland boat bill of sale confirms that a boat has been purchased in a private transaction. The document relays both the parties’ information, the purchase price, the date of sale, and a description of the boat. Only the seller is required to sign the document for it to be considered valid. When registering their vessel, the buyer will be required to present the bill of sale.

Maryland Boat Bill of Sale Form

A Maryland boat bill of sale confirms that a boat has been purchased in a private transaction. The document relays both the parties’ information, the purchase price, the date of sale, and a description of the boat. Only the seller is required to sign the document for it to be considered valid. When registering their vessel, the buyer will be required to present the bill of sale.

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A Maryland boat bill of sale confirms that a boat has been purchased in a private transaction. The document relays both the parties’ information, the purchase price, the date of sale, and a description of the boat. Only the seller is required to sign the document for it to be considered valid. When registering their vessel, the buyer will be required to present the bill of sale.

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Maryland Boat Registration

After purchasing a used boat with an indoor or outdoor motor, the buyer will need to pay the excise tax and register the vessel within 30 days of the sale to avoid paying penalties.[1]

Vessel titling and registration is completed with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and can be accomplished as follows:

  1. The buyer prepares the following documents:
    • DNR Form B-240
    • Original title (must have buyer’s name, seller’s signature, and purchase price)
    • Original bill of sale (must be notarized if any required information is missing from the title)
    • Lien release (if there is a lien recorded on the title)
  2. Payment for registration and titling fees are prepared (amounts vary depending on the boat’s size and engine type).
  3. The buyer delivers the paperwork and payment in person or by mail to a Licensing and Registration Service Center (an appointment may be required).

Sources

  1. MD DNR – Boat Registration