How Do I Register My PWC Vessel
The documents required to register and title a new vessel or a vessel being registered for the first time are:
- Application for Vessel Certificate of Number (BOAT 101).
- Proof of ownership, such as the out-of-state title in the applicant’s name or properly endorsed for transfer and signed by the applicant. A bill of sale is acceptable in lieu of the seller’s signature on the title,
OR - The original or certified copy of a conditional sales contract or security interest showing the purchaser’s name and any lienholder and marked “paid” and countersigned,
OR - A bond for the vessel value if proof of ownership cannot be provided and the vessel’s value is $2,000 or more.
NOTE: If your vessel is located at an address other than your residence address, you must show the vessel location on the application.
You may register your vessel at any DMV office or mail your registration application (Boat 101) to:
Department of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 942869
Sacramento, CA 94269-0001
NOTE: The vessel trailer must also be registered and is separate from the vessel registration. The trailer is no longer required to be registered annually.
