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Free Tennessee Boat Bill of Sale

Tennessee does NOT title boats — all vessels register through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) without title. Standard TN graduated tax applies. Boat sales without titles make a solid bill of sale essential for proof of ownership.

Tennessee Requirements: Transfer title within 30 days. 7% 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

Tennessee Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Boat Registration
Agency
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
7%
Title Required
No
Tennessee does NOT title boats. All vessels register through TWRA without title.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same graduated state tax + county local option as cars, paid to TN Revenue at registration.

Tennessee Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Verify HIN on transom.
  2. Complete bill of sale with HIN, length, year/make, motor serial, sale price.
  3. Trailer separate — trailer titles through County Clerk.
  4. Seller provides prior TWRA registration.
  5. Buyer completes TWRA registration online or at a TWRA-authorized vendor.
  6. Buyer pays graduated TN tax at TWRA registration.

Common Pitfalls

  • Expecting a boat title — TN doesn't title boats.
  • Going to a County Clerk for boats — TWRA handles boat registration.

Pro Tip

TN boats: no title, TWRA (not County Clerk), graduated state tax.

Tennessee Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs

Does Tennessee title boats?
No. Tennessee is one of the few states that does NOT title vessels. All boats register through the TWRA (Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency). Ownership tracks via registration and bill of sale.