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What paperwork do I need to sell a boat in NY?

Leia Doyle

What paperwork do I need to sell a boat in NY?

Required Documents

  • Bill of Sale;
  • Boat Registration / Title Application (Form MV-82B);
  • Certificate of title;
  • Proof of identity;
  • Proof of ownership; and.
  • Registration fees.

    Do you have to pay sales tax on a used boat in New York State?

    In New York, use tax is imposed on residents only and must be paid if the boat purchased in another state is used in New York for 90 consecutive days. New York gives a credit against use tax for sales tax paid upon the boat’s purchase in another state, but this is limited by the same $230,000 cap as the sales tax.

    Are NY boat registrations transferable?

    If the boat is registered in another state, contact that state to make sure that the proof of ownership you receive is acceptable for that state. 9. If any information is altered, erased or changed, the current owner must get a duplicate title certificate and use the duplicate to transfer the ownership.

    Do I need a bill of sale if I have the title ny?

    Yes. The State of New York requires a bill of sale for a motor vehicle or other proof of ownership to register a motor vehicle. You may also need to complete a Registration / Certificate of Title Application (MV 82) as well.

    How much is sales tax on a boat in NY?

    New York capped its sales taxes on yachts as part of its just-approved state budget. Starting June 1, buyers of yachts in the Empire State will pay tax on only the first $230,000 of the purchase price — or in most counties, 8.25 percent or $18,975.

    What does it cost to register a boat in NYS?

    Boat Registration Fees

    Length Registration fee Total
    Less than 16 feet $22.50 $26.25
    16 feet to less than 26 feet $45.00 $57.50
    26 feet or longer $75.00 $93.75

    Do I need insurance on a trailer in NY?

    DMV requires insurance for commercial trailers. This includes agricultural class vehicles and trailers registered with an agricultural registration.

    What do I need to own a boat in New York?

    If you are a New York resident, you will need to have a NYS boating safety certificate; if you are from out-of-state, New York recognizes the boating safety certificate issued by your home state. Persons may rent and operate a motor boat from a livery without first obtaining a boating safety certificate.

    How do I sell my car without a title in NY?

    The seller must complete and fill out a bill of sale, as well as a Certification of NY Registration for Transfer of Non-Titled Vehicle (Form MV-353). You can get the form at your local NY DMV office. Be sure that you as the seller bring and proof of identity which is specific for registrations and titles.