Vessel Titling & Registration
Titling Vessels
Yes
Vessels Requiring Titling
• Motorized Vessels: All motorized vessels, regardless of overall length (this explicitly includes any sailboat configured with an auxiliary engine). • Non-Motorized Vessels: All non-motorized vessels (including traditional sailboats) measuring fourteen (14) feet in length or longer.
Documentation Requirements by Transfer Type
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New Assets: Requires the original Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO), a detailed Bill of Sale, and a completed formal application. •
Used (On Record in Texas): Requires the preceding Texas Certificate of Title, a Bill of Sale, and a completed formal application. •
Out-of-State Transfers: Requires the out-of-state title or current registration certificate, a Bill of Sale, a completed formal application, and an official Hull Identification Number (HIN) verification. For specialized transactions or specific scenarios, please consult the online reference matrices provided directly by the state:
TPWD Title & Registration Reference Matrices
Issue Brands for Vessels
No
Associated Equipment & Propulsion
Outboard Motors Titled
Yes
Vessel Trailers Titled
Yes