Kentucky Boat (Vessel) Bill of Sale Form

Kentucky requires motorboats operated on public waters to be numbered and registered through the local County Clerk’s Office. Online service is mainly for renewals, while new registrations and transfers are handled through the County Clerk.

• Bill of Sale or Purchase Agreement, if required.
• Certificate of Origin / Manufacturer Statement of Origin, if the boat is new.
• Payment for fees and applicable taxes.
• Properly assigned Kentucky title, if the boat was previously titled in Kentucky.
• Social Security Number or Federal ID Number and Photo ID.
• TC 96-184 Motorboat Transaction Record / Application for Title and Registration, completed, signed, and notarized.

Source: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (Boats)