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Boat owners are required to apply for a title within 45 days of purchase. Decals must be mounted on both sides of the boat and registration must be kept in the boat at all times.
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Boat Title & Registration
Title and register your boat at your local county treasurer’s office. Title and registration fees are also paid through your local county treasurer’s office. You can also renew your boat registration online or at a DMV Now Kiosk. Upon registration, the applicant must provide ownership documents (e.g., manufacturer’s statement of origin, bill of sale, dealer invoice or purchase agreement) if the dealer price certification has not been completed on the application of new boats.
Exemptions from Boat Titling
- Non-motorized boats 12 feet and under in length
- Canoes, inflatable vessels, kayaks, sailboards and seaplanes
Get started by completing a Boat Registration Application & Transfer of Ownership Form.
Boat Fees
| Type | Cost/1 Year |
|---|---|
| Non-Motorized Boats Over 12' and Boats Propelled by Electric Motors | $18 |
| Motorboats Under 19' (includes ski jets) | $30 |
| Motorboats 19' and Over | $55 |
Other Fees
Boat License Plates
Apply for boat decals with the South Dakota Boat Title and Registration Application.
| Motorized Vehicle Plate | Non-Motorized/Electric Vehicle Plate | |
|---|---|---|
| Boat Plates |  |
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| Apply | Complete a South Dakota Boat Title and Registration Application. | Complete a South Dakota Boat Title and Registration Application. |
| Fees | Additional fees are based on the length and propulsion of the boat. | Additional fees are based on the length and propulsion of the boat. |
| Applicable Law | SDCL 32-3A-3 | SDCL 32-3A-3 |