How to Sell a Boat Privately in Wyoming (2026)
| Titling agency | Wyoming DMV |
| Transfer deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Sales / use tax | 4% (Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases) |
| Bill of sale notary | Not required |
| Lien release form | MV Title (lien section) |
How to Sell a Boat Privately in Wyoming — 8 Steps
- 1Locate the HIN — the 12-character hull identification number is stamped on the starboard (right) transom on all boats manufactured after 1972. Wyoming requires this on every bill of sale.
- 2Determine registration class — boats under 26 ft register with Wyoming DMV only. Boats 26 ft+ may need USCG documentation (federal title) in addition to state registration. Check vessel length and use.
- 3Clear any liens — if the boat was financed, request a payoff and lien release letter. Wyoming uses MV Title (lien section).
- 4Gather documentation — current Wyoming registration card, state title (if titled), USCG documentation (if applicable), trailer title, engine serial number records.
- 5Price the vessel — check NADA Guides (boats), BUCValu, or recent Wyoming dealer comps. Factor in trailer condition, engine hours, and recent service.
- 6Complete the bill of sale — HIN, vessel make/year/length, engine make/model/serial, trailer VIN (if included), sale price, sale date, both parties' full legal names and addresses.
- 7Sign the title or registration — endorse the back of the Wyoming registration or title. For USCG-documented vessels, complete Form CG-1340 (notarized).
- 8Notify Wyoming DMV — buyer must register within 30 days of the sale. Seller files release of ownership with Wyoming DMV to remove liability for future fines.
Wyoming lien release procedure
- Lienholder completes the lien release section on the back of the existing Wyoming title.
- Owner submits the released title and title application at a county clerk's office.
- Pay the title fee and receive a clean Wyoming title.
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Do I need a bill of sale to sell a boat in Wyoming?▾
Yes. Wyoming requires a written bill of sale for private boat transfers to document the hull identification number (HIN), engine details, sale price, and both parties' signatures. The buyer needs the bill of sale to register the vessel with Wyoming DMV.
What is the Wyoming boat title transfer deadline?▾
Wyoming requires the buyer to transfer registration within 30 days of the sale date. Missing the deadline can trigger late fees and back-dated registration penalties.
Is sales tax owed on a private boat sale in Wyoming?▾
Wyoming charges 4% sales/use tax on private boat sales. Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases The buyer typically pays tax at the registration office when registering with Wyoming DMV.
Do I need a notary for a Wyoming boat bill of sale?▾
Wyoming does not require notarization for a private boat bill of sale. However, USCG-documented vessels (26+ feet) require notarization on Form CG-1340 regardless of state.
How does a buyer register a boat purchased privately in Wyoming?▾
The buyer takes the signed bill of sale and endorsed title (or prior registration) to Wyoming DMV and pays the registration fee plus 4% sales/use tax. Transfer must be completed within 30 days of the sale date.
Source: Wyoming DMV ↗ · Last verified 2026-05-07