Boat Donation — Arkansas AR — Donate A Boat
Boat Registration and Title Information
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Arkansas AR - boat registration and title information.
Arkansas law requires the registration of vessels propelled by sail or machinery of any type. Exceptions:
- Vessels documented by the U. S. Coast Guard
- Vessels owned by the United States, a state, or subdivision thereof
- Ship's lifeboats.
Arkansas boat owners have the option of registering their boat at the office of the County Revenue Agent in the county where the boat is principally used or in their home county. Listing for assessment of taxes is required.
Effective January 1, 1996, registrations will be valid for 3 years. 1996 registration fees will be: Vessels less than 16 feet in length, $6.00; Vessels 16 to less than 26 feet, $12.00; Vessels 26 feet or more, $18.00.
Persons who purchase new or used boats will have 20 working days to register the boat in their name. Boats may be operated during this 20 day period with the bill of sale carried on board to prove ownership and date of purchase.
Out-of-state boats with valid registrations may be operated for up to 90 days without registering in Arkansas.
Military personnel stationed in Arkansas are not required to exchange valid out-of-state registrations for Arkansas registration. Recognized Dealers and Manufacturers may obtain an annual permit from the County Revenue Agent, at a cost of $2.00 per year, which enables a dealer, manufacturer, or his agent to operate an unregistered motorboat for demonstration or testing purposes only. The County Revenue Agent issues an identifying number which must be temporarily attached or displayed on both sides of the bow of any motorboat used for demonstration or testing purposes.
