Free Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale
Massachusetts titles motorboats through the Environmental Police (not the RMV). Form HS-BT 105 handles boat registration and title. Standard 6.25% state tax applies.
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Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
6.25%
Title Required
Yes
MA titles motorboats 14ft+ and all documented vessels. Non-powered boats register without title.
Inspection
Not required
Sales Tax Details
6.25% state tax on sale price. No boat-specific rate reduction.
Registration
Registration for this vehicle type is handled by Massachusetts Environmental Police — not the same agency that handles cars in Massachusetts. Plan for separate filings.
Massachusetts 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 — uses RMV-1 + 6.25% tax.
- Seller signs MA vessel title over.
- Buyer completes HS-BT 105 at MA Environmental Police.
- Buyer pays 6.25% on sale price to MA DOR.
- USCG-documented vessels: federal title, MA use tax still applies.
Common Pitfalls
- Going to the RMV for boats — MA uses Environmental Police.
- Forgetting separate trailer title.
Pro Tip
MA boats: Environmental Police + HS-BT 105 + 6.25% tax + HIN.
Massachusetts Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs
Where do I title a boat in Massachusetts?
MA titles motorboats through the Environmental Police (Office of Law Enforcement), not the Registry of Motor Vehicles. The form is HS-BT 105, the tax is 6.25% (same as cars), and registration fees depend on length.
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