Free Indiana Boat Bill of Sale
Indiana titles boats through the BMV (same agency as cars) — unusual for a midwestern state. Form 38529 is the watercraft title application. Flat 7% state tax applies.
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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 →
Indiana Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
7%
Title Required
Yes
IN BMV titles motorized vessels regardless of length and sailboats 17ft+. Non-powered under 17ft register only.
Inspection
Not required
Sales Tax Details
Same flat 7% as cars. Paid to IN BMV at title.
Indiana Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Verify HIN on transom.
- Complete bill of sale with HIN, length, year/make, motor serial, sale price.
- Trailer separate — trailer uses 44237 + title.
- Seller signs watercraft title over.
- Buyer completes Form 38529 at Indiana BMV.
- Buyer pays 7% flat tax.
- Non-powered vessels under 17ft: register only, no title.
Common Pitfalls
- Going to a DNR — IN boats go through the BMV.
Pro Tip
IN boats: BMV + 38529 + flat 7% tax.
Indiana Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does Indiana BMV handle boats?
Yes — Indiana is one of the states where the Bureau of Motor Vehicles handles boat titles (Form 38529) in addition to cars. No separate DNR agency for titling.
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