Vessel Registration / Numbering

All motorboats and sailboats must be properly registered with current registration decals to legally operate on Utah waters. Certificates of registration and annual registration decals are obtained by presenting the proper application form, fee, and validated tax certificate to the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles, www.dmv.utah.gov

Exceptions to registration include canoes, kayaks and other vessels not propelled by motor or sail, sailboards, and properly registered vessels owned by residents of another state and using Utah waters for 14 or fewer days.

The certificate of registration must be onboard and available for inspection by any law enforcement officer whenever the vessel is operated.

View the proper way to display bow numbers and registration decals.

Remember:

• No other numbers may be displayed on either side of the bow.
• Only current year registration decals may be displayed.
• If your vessel is required to be registered, it is illegal to operate or allow others to operate your vessel unless it is properly registered and numbered.