Boats

In general, those vessels with a motor of 10 horsepower or less, less than 16 feet in overall length, and used solely on nonfederal waters are not required to be titled or registered. You may still elect to obtain a title in order to readily prove ownership and facilitate transfer upon future sale.

An important note about Vessel renewal notices – all vessel registration/decals expire June 30th of each year. The DOL has discontinued mailing reminder notices for boats because they all expire the same day. You are able to renew online or in an office by providing your vessel's 'WN' number.

Don't know your WN number? Email us at licensing@co.chelan.wa.us with the vessel info and owner names, and we will email back your WN number.

New Vessels need the following to license and title

• Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin
• Proof of purchase price
• Proof of sales tax paid (if applicable)

Used Washington Vessels need the following to transfer license and title

• Washington State Title
• Proof of price paid
• Proof of sales tax paid (if applicable)

Vessels coming in from out-of-state need the following to license and title

• Out of state title
• If you have a lien holder who is holding your title you will need a copy of the title and the current registration

Mandatory Boater Education!

• Required for all boaters born 1955 and later. Please visit the State Parks page for requirement details and upcoming classes. Classes are free.