Updated June 23, 2022
A Minnesota boat bill of sale is a legal document that proves a sale and purchase of a vessel has occurred in the State of Minnesota. This form provides specifics about the boat and an established change of ownership. It also includes information about the buyer and seller that are required for registration.
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Registering a Boat
Boat registrations are valid for three (3) calendar years. Registration can be renewed in-person at a deputy registrar of motor vehicles office, or online via the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources licensing service.
Where to Register
New registration applications can be submitted in person at a deputy registrar of motor vehicles office. When you register, have the following information on hand: boat length, manufacturer, hull material, propulsion, model, year, and hull number (HIN).
Required Documents
- Watercraft Title and Registration Application;
- Bill of Sale;
- Certificate of Title; and
- Registration Fees.