Yacht Bill of Sale
A yacht bill of sale is a legal document that records the private sale of a yacht between a buyer and a seller. It captures the sale price, vehicle details, and signatures from both parties — providing proof of ownership transfer and protecting both sides of the transaction. Requirements vary by state; select your state below to get the correct form.
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Yacht Bill of Sale by State
Select your state for a yacht bill of sale that meets local requirements.
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Puerto Rico
Yacht-specific legal information
Transfer notes
Yacht ownership transfer uses a Hull Identification Number (HIN). Yachts over 5 net tons are typically documented with the U.S. Coast Guard rather than state-titled. USCG documentation transfer requires filing with the National Vessel Documentation Center.
Odometer disclosure
Yachts are exempt from federal odometer disclosure. Engine hours are commonly documented but not legally required.
Applicable federal law: 46 CFR Part 67 — USCG Documentation of Vessels
Title and registration
USCG-documented yachts use a federal Certificate of Documentation and transfer through the National Vessel Documentation Center. State-titled yachts (uncommon for vessels this size) use state title transfer procedures.
Special disclosures
- USCG documentation status and any outstanding maritime liens — the Abstract of Title from the Coast Guard should be reviewed before purchase.
- Marine survey results (hull, engine, rigging) are standard practice for yacht transactions and should be referenced in the bill of sale.
- Slip or mooring transfer — marina agreements do not automatically transfer with the vessel and should be addressed separately.
Other vehicle types
- Car bill of sale
- Truck bill of sale
- Motorcycle bill of sale
- Boat bill of sale
- RV bill of sale
- Trailer bill of sale
- ATV bill of sale
- UTV bill of sale
- Snowmobile bill of sale
- Jet Ski bill of sale
- SUV bill of sale
- Van bill of sale
- Bus bill of sale
- Semi Truck bill of sale
- Moped bill of sale
- Scooter bill of sale
- Dirt Bike bill of sale
- Golf Cart bill of sale
- Tractor bill of sale
- Farm Equipment bill of sale
- Heavy Equipment bill of sale
- Utility Trailer bill of sale
- Travel Trailer bill of sale
- Camper bill of sale
- Side by Side bill of sale
- Electric Vehicle bill of sale
- Pickup Truck bill of sale
- Personal Watercraft bill of sale
- Horse Trailer bill of sale