Updated September 18, 2023
An Oregon boat bill of sale is a legal document that provides a record of the transfer of ownership of a boat in the State of Oregon. The bill of sale will identify the buyer and the seller, supply a description of the boat changing hands, and describe the terms of the transaction. Depending on the circumstances of the ownership change, the document may be required to register, and will be helpful for tax purposes.
Signing Requirements – Only the seller is required to sign the document, which need not be notarized.
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Registering a Boat
To operate in Oregon waters, all motor-powered boats must be titled and registered with the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB). A buyer must begin the boat registration process within 30 days of purchase, or, if moving to the state of Oregon and bringing a boat registered in another state along, within 30 days of relocating. Boat registration endures for two years and, once registered, may be renewed online after creating a profile.
Where to Register
Initial titling and registration of boats may be done online, at a registered agent, or through the mail at the address listed on the registration form.
Required Documents
- A Bill of Sale
- A completed Application for Boat Title and/or Registration (Form 250-R07)
- Buyers of new boats will need the manufacturer’s statement of origin
- Buyers of used boats with existing title, either from Oregon or another state, will need that title signed over to them
- If the boat was purchased in Oregon but the title is unavailable, a Lost or Replacement Boat Title Application
- For houseboats and those lacking title, proof of a Hull Identification Number (HIN) inspection from Marine Law Enforcement
- Payment of all registration fees per this fee schedule