Minnesota Boat Bill of Sale

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

Minnesota boat requirements

Watercraft are administered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), not DVS. For a Minnesota-titled boat the seller signs the front of the title and the buyer completes the back; for a Minnesota non-titled boat the seller provides a bill of sale listing the year, make, hull identification number (HIN), and the seller's printed name and signature, plus a completed and signed universal/registration form, submitted to a deputy registrar. A bill of sale (proof of purchase) is also required when a boat comes from a state that does not title boats. No notarization is required; a lien release (signed letterhead letter or the department's signed lien notice) is required if the title shows a lien. Source: Minnesota DNR watercraft titles/registration pages (dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/watercraft).

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⚠ Watercraft are administered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), not DVS. For a Minnesota-titled boat the seller signs the front of the title and the buyer completes the back; for a Minnesota non-titled boat the seller provides a bill of sale listing the year, make, hull identification number (HIN), and the seller's printed name and signature, plus a completed and signed universal/registration form, submitted to a deputy registrar. A bill of sale (proof of purchase) is also required when a boat comes from a state that does not title boats. No notarization is required; a lien release (signed letterhead letter or the department's signed lien notice) is required if the title shows a lien. Source: Minnesota DNR watercraft titles/registration pages (dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/watercraft).

Boat Bill of Sale (Minnesota)

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 Minnesota.

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: ________________

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

Minnesota Boat Requirements

A boat bill of sale is your proof of the sale and of ownership in Minnesota. Notarization is not required for a Minnesota boat bill of sale.

Watercraft are administered by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), not DVS. For a Minnesota-titled boat the seller signs the front of the title and the buyer completes the back; for a Minnesota non-titled boat the seller provides a bill of sale listing the year, make, hull identification number (HIN), and the seller's printed name and signature, plus a completed and signed universal/registration form, submitted to a deputy registrar. A bill of sale (proof of purchase) is also required when a boat comes from a state that does not title boats. No notarization is required; a lien release (signed letterhead letter or the department's signed lien notice) is required if the title shows a lien. Source: Minnesota DNR watercraft titles/registration pages (dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/watercraft).

Source: Minn. Stat. 168A.10 (transfer of vehicle by owner -- assignment/warranty of title); Minnesota DVS, 'Buying or Selling a Motor Vehicle' (Just the Facts); Minn. Stat. ch. 168A (titling).

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 Minnesota?

Notarization is not required for a Minnesota boat bill of sale.

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

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

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