Free Washington Boat Bill of Sale
Washington titles boats through the Department of Licensing (same agency as cars), using the same TD-420-065 bill of sale. Standard WA Use 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 →
Washington Boat Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary ID Field
HIN (Hull ID Number)
Sales Tax
6.5%
Title Required
Yes
WA titles all motorized vessels and sailboats. Non-powered boats under 16ft exempt.
Inspection
Not required
Sales Tax Details
Same 6.5% state + local tax as cars (8.5–10.4%). Paid to WA DOL at title.
Washington Boat Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Verify HIN on transom.
- Complete TD-420-065 with HIN, length, year/make, motor serial, sale price.
- Trailer separate — trailer uses separate WA DOL title.
- Seller signs vessel title over; files Release of Interest.
- Buyer completes Vessel Title Application at DOL.
- Buyer pays 6.5%+local Use Tax.
- USCG-documented vessels: federal title, WA use tax still applies.
Common Pitfalls
- Going to a separate marine agency — WA uses DOL (same as cars).
- Forgetting the trailer is separate.
Pro Tip
WA boats: DOL + TD-420-065 + ROI + same tax rates.
Washington Boat Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does WA title boats at the DOL?
Yes — Washington titles vessels through the Department of Licensing, the same agency that handles cars. The form is the same TD-420-065 Bill of Sale, and the process mirrors vehicle titling.
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