Summary of boat registration and titling rules in Louisiana
How do you register a boat in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, you can register your boat through mail in, with a Power of Attorney, or in Person
Where do you register your boat in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, you register your boat at the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
What boats are required to be registered in Louisiana?
All motorized vessels and any non-motorized houseboats are required to be registered in Louisiana
What boats do not require registration in Louisiana?
The following boats are not required to be registered in Louisiana:
• All non-motorized vessels (except a non-motorized houseboat)
• A motorboats/sailboat documented with the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), unless it is a recreational-use vessel.
Are USCG documented boats required to be registered in Louisiana?
USCG documented boats are required to be registered in Louisiana
How much does it cost to register a boat in Louisiana?
To register a boat in Louisiana, the fees are as follows:
Fees: Motorized Vessels;
14’ or less $32.00;
14’1” – 17’11” $37.00; 18’0” $42.00;
18’1” – 19’0” $44.00; For each foot thereafter, add $2.00 per foot.;
Fees: Non-Motorized Houseboats;
14’ or less $23.00;
14’1” – 17’11” $28.00; 18’0” $33.00;
18’1” – 19’0” $35.00; For each foot thereafter, add $2.00 per foot.
How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat registration in Louisiana?
A duplicate boat registration in Louisiana costs $8
How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat decal in Louisiana?
A duplicate boat decal in Louisiana costs $13
How much does it cost to transfer a boat registration in Louisiana?
Transferring a boat registration in Louisiana will cost you $8 plus registration fee
Does Louisiana title boats?
Boats are titled in Louisiana
Where do you title your boat in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, boats are titled through the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
What boats are required to be titled in Louisiana?
Boats that are required to be titled in Louisiana include: a boat or outboard motor (25 horsepower or more) that is financed or currently titled in another state when you’re registering it in Louisiana, a homemade boat, or a boat that has an incorrect hull identification number. If previously titled, the title MUST be surrendered at the time of registration and a new title will be issued. If title is held by a lien holder, it must be surrendered and a new title will be issued.
What boats do not require a title in Louisiana?
The following boats are not required to be titled in Louisiana:
• A sailboat 12 feet or less in length
• A sailboard
• A motorboat/sailboat documented with the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), unless it is a recreational-use vessel
• A motorboat/sailboat with valid registration in another state or country and on the waters of Louisiana for 90 or fewer consecutive days
How much does it cost to title a boat in Louisiana?
The following fees apply to boat titling in Louisiana: • New title fee-$26.00 • $10.00 to add a lien holder
How much does it cost to get a duplicate boat title in Louisiana?
A duplicate boat title in Louisiana costs $23.00
How much does it cost to transfer a boat title in Louisiana?
It will cost you $26 (plus $10 to add a lien holder) to transfer a boat title in Louisiana
How much does it cost to record a lien on a boat in Louisiana?
Recording a lien in Louisiana will cost you $10
Does Louisiana issue e-titles for boats?
Louisiana does not issue e-titles for boats.
Does Louisiana require boat inspections?
Homemade vessels require inspections in Louisiana
What is the sales tax rate for boats in Louisiana?
