Hawaii Boat Bill of Sale

Create a free Hawaii boat bill of sale. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Hawaii boat bill of sale. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.

Hawaii boat requirements

Vessels in Hawaii are registered and titled by the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR). A manufacturer-issued 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) is required; vessels built after 1972 must have a valid HIN, and DOBOR assigns a HIN to homebuilt vessels or those with a missing/obliterated HIN. Ownership transfer requires a properly endorsed Hawaii or out-of-state vessel title (or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin for new vessels); DOBOR uses a Vessel Notice of Sale / titling application, and signatures may need to be notarized. Forms and registration are handled via DOBOR district offices and the eHawaii vessel portal (vessel.ehawaii.gov).

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⚠ Vessels in Hawaii are registered and titled by the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR). A manufacturer-issued 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) is required; vessels built after 1972 must have a valid HIN, and DOBOR assigns a HIN to homebuilt vessels or those with a missing/obliterated HIN. Ownership transfer requires a properly endorsed Hawaii or out-of-state vessel title (or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin for new vessels); DOBOR uses a Vessel Notice of Sale / titling application, and signatures may need to be notarized. Forms and registration are handled via DOBOR district offices and the eHawaii vessel portal (vessel.ehawaii.gov).

Boat Bill of Sale (Hawaii)

1. Parties

This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in the boat described below.

2. Description of Boat

[Enter the boat details]

3. Purchase Price

For valuable consideration, the Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.

4. Delivery

The Seller delivers possession of the boat to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.

5. Condition and Warranties

The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the boat and accepts it in its current condition.

The boat is sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. Except for the warranty of title below, the Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Warranty of title: The Seller warrants that the Seller is the lawful owner of the item, that it is free of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Seller has the right to sell it.

6. Governing Law

This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii.

Signatures

By signing below, the Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to this Bill of Sale.

Signature: _______________________________________

Seller — Printed name: ______________________

Address: ______________________________________

Date: ________________

Signature: _______________________________________

Buyer — Printed name: ______________________

Address: ______________________________________

Date: ________________

Email yourself a copy (PDF)

This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Confirm Hawaii's requirements before signing.

Hawaii Boat Requirements

A boat bill of sale is your proof of the sale and of ownership in Hawaii. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Hawaii boat bill of sale. Hawaii publishes an official form (Form CS-L(MVR)40 (City and County of Honolulu, Division of Motor Vehicles, Bill of Sale)).

Vessels in Hawaii are registered and titled by the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR). A manufacturer-issued 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) is required; vessels built after 1972 must have a valid HIN, and DOBOR assigns a HIN to homebuilt vessels or those with a missing/obliterated HIN. Ownership transfer requires a properly endorsed Hawaii or out-of-state vessel title (or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin for new vessels); DOBOR uses a Vessel Notice of Sale / titling application, and signatures may need to be notarized. Forms and registration are handled via DOBOR district offices and the eHawaii vessel portal (vessel.ehawaii.gov).

Source: City and County of Honolulu, Department of Customer Services, Division of Motor Vehicles — Bill of Sale Form CS-L(MVR)40 (rev. 04/2026); Honolulu DMV Vehicle Ownership Transfer guidance · official form.

What to Include

A boat bill of sale records the sale of a vessel, including the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and motor, and is used to register the boat with the state.

  • Year
  • Make
  • Model
  • Hull ID Number (HIN)
  • Length (ft)
  • Sale price, date, and both signatures

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a boat bill of sale need to be notarized in Hawaii?

Notarization is recommended but not required for a Hawaii boat bill of sale.

Do I need a bill of sale for a boat in Hawaii?

It is strongly recommended as proof of the sale and price, and may be needed for registration.

Can I download or email the boat bill of sale?

Yes — fill in the form above, then download the PDF or email a copy to yourself. Both buyer and seller should sign.

Disclaimer

This Hawaii boat bill of sale generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Hawaii's requirements before signing.

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