 Alaska
Registration and Laws
Boating Rules
Boat Registration
Items Required to Register a Boat:
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Application
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Fees
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Ownership document. Must be one of the following:
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Manufacture Statement of Origin (MSO)
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Carpenter's Certificate
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Bill of sale from previous owner or dealer
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Title or registration from a previous state
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Affidavit of ownership
Registration, Numbering and Documentation
All undocumented vessels equipped with propulsion machinery must be
registered in the state of principal use. A certificate of number will
be issued upon registering the vessel. These numbers must be displayed
on your vessel.
The owner/operator of a vessel must carry a valid certificate of number
whenever the vessel is in use. When moved to a new state of principal use,
the certificate is valid for 60 days. Check with your state boating authority
for numbering requirements. Some states require all vessels to be numbered.
Some larger recreational vessels may be documented. The certificate
of documentation MUST be on board a documented vessel at all times. A document
serves as a certificate of nationality and an authorization for a specific
trade. A documented vessel is not exempt from applicable state or federal
taxes, nor is its operator exempt from compliance with federal or state
equipment carriage requirements.
Boat Registration Contact Info
Alaska Boating Access & Information
Boat URLs
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