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How to Register a Boat
To appropriately meet the requirements to employ a vessel within North Carolina, a boat must be registered with the administrative authorities. All boats propelled by motor or any sailboat with a length of 14 feet or more must meet this obligation with the exclusion of the following:
- Vessels registered in an alternate state or country to be used for fewer than 90 consecutive days.
- Emergency lifeboats.
- Any boat to be utilized solely on a private pond.
To further complete the registration and titling process, appear in person at a nearby North Carolina Resources Commission office with the following prepared documentation:
- A filled-out North Carolina Vessel Registration and Title Application.
- Satisfactory evidence of ownership via one of the following documents:
- A manufacturer’s certificate of origin.
- A vessel sale receipt.
- An officially notarized bill of sale.
- An accurately reassigned vessel title.
- Previous vessel registration.
- Photo identification.
- Sufficient funds to compensate for associated fees and taxes.
Alternatively, if you wish to apply by mail, place the aforementioned specified materials in an envelope with adequate postage to:
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Transaction Management
1709 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
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