Form Rv-1 - Boat Dealer Registration Instructions Page 6
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69REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Boats Which Must Be Registered
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Any motorized boat which is operated on any waters within the state, except privately-owned waters, must
be registered.
A boat is a motorized watercraft of any description which is capable of being used as transportation on water,
such as:
documented boats used for pleasure
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inflatable boats with a motor
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motorized surfboards
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sailboats with a motor
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canoes with a motor
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jet skis
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Boats Exempt From Registration
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Boats having a valid marine document issued by the United States or a foreign government, while being used
for commercial purposes.
Boats registered in another state, provided they are not operated on the waters of New York State for more
than 90 consecutive days.
Boats owned by residents of foreign countries temporarily using the waters of the state.
Boats owned by the United States, a state or political subdivision.
A lifeboat (cannot be dual-purpose).
Boats used exclusively for racing.
Boats not equipped with a motor.
Sea planes.
A boat exempt from registration may be registered at the discretion of the Commissioner of Motor
NOTE:
Vehicles. However, the assigned registration number must be removed from the boat if the registration expires.
TITLE REQUIREMENTS
Boats Subject to Titling
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All undocumented but registerable boats must be titled (see pages F7 and F8) if they are 14 feet or more in
length and are designated as 1987 or later models, including homemade boats manufactured on or after
August 1, 1986 if a model year was not designated. Each purchaser (excluding the dealer) must obtain a title
before selling a boat.
Boats Exempt from Titling
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Boats designated as 1986 or earlier models, and homemade boats manufactured prior to August 1, 1986, if a
model year was not designated.
Unregistered boats, not required to be registered in New York State.
Boats having a valid marine document issued by the United States or a foreign government.
Boats under 14 feet in length.
Obtaining a Title Only Or Duplicate Title
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Requests for a Title Only or for a duplicate/replacement title (see pages F7 and F8) must be directed to DMV’s
Title Bureau at (518) 486-4714.
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