Boston, Massachusetts
Documents Needed to Sell a Yacht in Boston
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private yacht sale in Boston, Massachusetts. File at the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket) — title transfer fee: $75.00, sales tax: 6.25%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Yacht title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Yacht title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $75.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Massachusetts insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Massachusetts
Massachusetts does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title and RMV-1 form are sufficient.
Where to File in Boston
Office
MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket)
Address
136 Blackstone St, Boston, MA 02109
Phone
(857) 368-8000
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Yacht Title Transfer in Boston
Title Transfer Fee
$75.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.25%
Notarization
Not Required
Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25% — no local vehicle sales tax
FAQ — Documents for Yacht Sale in Boston
- What documents do I need to sell a yacht in Boston?
- To sell a yacht in Boston you need: a signed Yacht title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket).
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a yacht in Boston, Massachusetts?
- Yes. The MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket) requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Massachusetts-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the yacht title transfer fee in Boston?
- The title transfer fee in Suffolk County is $75.00. Sales tax of 6.25% is also due at the time of registration. Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25% — no local vehicle sales tax
- Where do I file a yacht title transfer in Boston?
- File at the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket), 136 Blackstone St, Boston, MA 02109. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (857) 368-8000.