Vessel Titling & Registration
Titling Vessels
State does not issue vessel titles.
Vessel Registration
Yes
Vessels Requiring registration
Any vessel propelled by any form of mechanical power including electric trolling motors
Exempt Vessels
• Foreign vessels temporarily using state waters
• Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels
• A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this state, which is used principally for governmental purposes and which is clearly identifiable as such
• A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat
• Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard
Issue Brands for Vessels
No
Associated Equipment & Propulsion
Outboard Motors Titled
No
Vessel Trailers Titled
Yes, through Delaware DMV