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Free Arkansas Boat Bill of Sale

Arkansas boat titles go through the Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). Motorized craft and sailboats require a title; canoes and non-motorized craft are registration-only. Tax is 6.5% + local.

Arkansas Requirements: Transfer title within 60 days. 6.5% sales tax.

Seller Information

Buyer Information

Boat Details

Sale Information

Condition & Warranty

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Boats are sold with undisclosed liens far more often than cars. Our guide covers running a title search, decoding the HIN, separating boat and trailer titles, and what a Coast Guard document means for the transfer process. Read: Boat Bill of Sale: Complete Guide

Arkansas Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
6.5%
Title Required
Yes
Arkansas titles motorized boats and sailboats through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). Canoes and non-motorized craft are registration-only.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same 6.5% + local tax applies to boat sales in AR.

Arkansas Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Record HIN, make, model, year, length, engine HP, sale price.
  2. Seller signs AGFC boat title over to buyer.
  3. Buyer applies for new title at AGFC within 30 days.
  4. Buyer pays 6.5% + local tax + AGFC registration fee.

Common Pitfalls

  • Going to DFA instead of AGFC for boat titles.
  • Not titling motorized craft — AGFC requires it.
  • Incorrect HIN causes AGFC application rejection.

Pro Tip

AR boat: AGFC + HIN + title for motorized/sailboats + 6.5% + local tax.

Arkansas Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs

Which agency handles boat titles in Arkansas?
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) handles boat titles and registrations — not DFA or a standard DMV.