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Free Connecticut Boat Bill of Sale

Connecticut boats are registered (not titled) through CT DEEP. No boat title exists in CT — the registration certificate is proof of ownership. Sales tax is 6.35%.

Connecticut Requirements: Transfer title within 30 days. 6.35% 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

Connecticut Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
6.35%
Title Required
No
Connecticut does NOT title boats — registration only through CT DEEP. Motorized boats and sailboats over 19.5 ft must be registered.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same 6.35% CT sales tax applies to boat sales. Paid at CT DEEP registration.

Connecticut Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Record HIN, make, model, year, length, engine HP, sale price.
  2. Seller provides signed registration certificate.
  3. Buyer applies for new CT DEEP boat registration.
  4. Buyer pays 6.35% sales tax + registration fee.

Common Pitfalls

  • Expecting a boat title — CT does not issue them.
  • Going to CT DMV instead of CT DEEP for boat registration.
  • Missing or incorrect HIN on paperwork.

Pro Tip

CT boat: DEEP registration (no title) + HIN + 6.35% tax.

Connecticut Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs

Does Connecticut title boats?
No. Connecticut only registers boats through CT DEEP. There is no boat title in CT.