Utah Boat Registration Requirements
All motorized boats and sailboats must be registered in Utah:
- Boats with motors (any horsepower) require registration
- Sailboats over 12 feet in length must be registered
- Registration valid for 3 years, with online renewal available
- Fee structure: $30 initial registration, $10 renewal for most boats
- Additional fees apply for boats over 16 feet and personal watercraft
- Registration must be completed within 60 days of purchase or moving to Utah
Required Documentation
Gather these documents before registering:
- Bill of sale or previous registration certificate
- Manufacturer's statement of origin (MSO) for new boats
- Hull identification number (HIN) verification
- Proof of Utah residency (driver's license, utility bill)
- Sales tax payment receipt (5.95% in South Jordan, UT)
- Lien information if financing (bank will provide details)
Titling Your Boat in Utah
Utah requires boat titles in specific situations:
- All motorboats over 12 feet require a title
- Personal watercraft (jet skis) must be titled regardless of length
- Sailboats over 12 feet require titles even without motors
- Title transfers: Seller must sign title over to buyer with odometer/hour meter reading
- Lost titles: Apply for duplicate before selling ($6 fee)
- Title fees: $6 for initial title, included in registration package
South Jordan Processing Locations
Where to register your boat:
- Online registration: Available at dmv.utah.gov for renewals and some new registrations
- South Jordan DMV Office: 10656 S Redwood Road, for in-person service
- Mail option: Utah Division of Motor Vehicles, PO Box 30412, Salt Lake City, UT 84130
- Some dealerships can process registration at time of purchase
- Processing time: Immediate in person, 10-14 business days by mail
Utah Boating Regulations & Safety
Key rules for South Jordan boaters:
- Display registration numbers on bow, 3 inches high, contrasting color
- Carry registration card and proof of insurance on board at all times
- All boats must have USCG-approved life jackets for each passenger
- Children under 13 must wear life jackets on boats under 19 feet
- Boater education required for operators born after 1989
- Utah Lake specific regulations: No-wake zones, zebra mussel inspections, seasonal restrictions
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