“Boat” or “vessel” means every description of watercraft (i.e. motorboat, sailboat, jet ski, pontoon, canoe, kayak etc.) used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water, except a seaplane on the water and a fishing raft.
- What you should know before you buy
- What you should know before you operate your boat
- Buyer's checklist [PDF]
- Seller's checklist [PDF]
- Sample record of sale [PDF]
- Image of Wisconsin Boat Title
- How to renew your boat registration
- Updating your contact information
- Boat was sold / boat was junked or abandoned
Permits, Licenses and Registrations
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