Free Alaska Boat Bill of Sale Form (DMV Form B1 Compliant PDF)

Q: Do boats have titles in Alaska?

Yes. Under Alaska Statute § 05.25.056, all powered watercraft and mechanically propelled vessels operated on public waters of Alaska must be titled and registered with the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), unless federally documented with the U.S. Coast Guard.

Q: Is a bill of sale required to register and title a boat in Alaska?

Yes. The Alaska DMV requires a signed Bill of Sale (Form SBF-AK-BOAT or state Form B1) in conjunction with the previous Certificate of Title. The Bill of Sale establishes legal consideration, proves itemized vessel, motor, and trailer sales prices, and certifies the exact date of transfer.

Q: Does an Alaska boat bill of sale need to be notarized?

While simple registration renewals do not require notarization, the Alaska DMV and maritime title examiners strongly advise notarizing Section G of this Bill of Sale. Notarization is specifically required when transferring ownership on an un-titled watercraft, resolving lien challenges, or completing title transfers with missing historical records.

Q: How long is boat registration valid in Alaska?

Under AS § 05.25.055, boat registration in Alaska is valid for 3 calendar years, expiring on the last day of the month preceding the month of original issuance in the third year. The state registration renewal fee is $24 for non-commercial watercraft.

Q: What is the sales tax rate on boat sales in Alaska?

The State of Alaska levies a 0% statewide sales tax. However, local boroughs and municipalities (such as the Kenai Peninsula Borough, Juneau, or Sitka) may levy local sales tax or local boat registration surtaxes. The buyer pays any applicable municipal taxes upon registering the vessel.

FORM SBF-AK-BOAT Statutory Year: 2026

AS §§ 05.25.055, 05.25.056 & 05.25.057

STATE OF ALASKA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Vessel, Watercraft, Outboard Motor & Trailer Transfer Statement

Compliant with Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Watercraft Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total purchase price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the vessel, outboard motor, and trailer described below, to have and to hold forever.

Section A: Jurisdiction & Location of Sale

State:

Alaska Borough / Census Area *:

Section B: Complete Vessel (Hull) Description

Year Built *

Make / Builder *

Model Name / #

Length (Ft & In) *

AK Reg. # *

Hull Material

Vessel Type

Hull Identification Number (HIN - 12 Characters) *:

Section C: Outboard Motor & Boat Trailer Specifications

Motor Make

Motor Year

Horsepower (HP)

Motor Serial #

Trailer Make

Trailer Year

Trailer VIN / Serial #

Trailer Included in Sale

Section D: Identification of Parties (Transferor & Transferee)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AK Driver License / ID #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AK Driver License / ID #

Section E: Financial Consideration & Itemized Price Breakdown

Hull Price: $

Motor: $

Trailer: $

Total: $

Date of Sale *:

Payment: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Trade (0% State Sales Tax)

STATUTORY MARINE "AS-IS" DISCLAIMER & TITLE AFFIDAVIT (AS §§ 45.02.316 & 11.56.200): The Buyer accepts the vessel, outboard engine, and trailer in their present "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition with all faults. The Seller disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, seaworthiness, hull structural integrity, bilge/transom condition, engine compression, or marine electronics. Seller certifies under penalty of perjury under Alaska law that Seller is the lawful owner with clear legal title free from all maritime liens, encumbrances, and salvage claims.

Section G: Authorized Signatures & State of Alaska Notary Jurat

Seller (Transferor) Signature Must match Alaska DMV title

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature For Alaska DMV Registration

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

STATE OF ALASKA JUDICIAL DISTRICT / BOROUGH:

Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me this _____ day of ________________, 2026, by the Seller and/or Buyer named above, proved through government photo identification to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing marine bill of sale voluntarily.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here

FORM SBF-AK-BOAT (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com AS §§ 05.25.055, 05.25.056 & 05.25.057 • Compliant with Alaska DMV Form B1 PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Alaska DMV 3-Step Vessel Title & Registration Transfer Guide

Follow statutory Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles requirements to transfer vessel title, register outboard motors, and acquire 3-year validation decals.

Execute Form SBF-AK-BOAT

The seller signs the assignment on the original Alaska Certificate of Title. Both parties execute this statutory Bill of Sale with itemized vessel, outboard motor, and trailer values.

Verify Mandatory Titling

Under Alaska Statute § 05.25.056, all mechanically propelled boats must be titled through the Alaska DMV unless federally documented through the U.S. Coast Guard.

Register at DMV within 30 Days

Within 30 calendar days, the buyer submits the title, Bill of Sale, and Form B1 (Application for Boat Title & Registration) to the Alaska DMV, paying the $20 title fee and $24 3-year registration fee.

Statutory Summary

Alaska Boat Legal & DMV Licensing Requirements

Legal Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose & Rules
Certificate of Title	AS § 05.25.056	Mandatory	Mandatory for all motorized watercraft in Alaska; non-motorized boats under 24 feet are exempt.
Form SBF-AK-BOAT Bill of Sale	AS § 05.25.055	Mandatory	Proves purchase consideration, itemizes hull/engine/trailer values, and documents ownership transfer.
30-Day Registration Window	AS § 05.25.055	30 Days	Buyer must file application and pay registration fees within 30 days of acquisition.
Registration Validity Period	AS § 05.25.055	3 Calendar Years	Standard Alaska boat registration is issued for a 3-year term for a $24 statutory fee.
State Sales Tax	Alaska State Code	0% Statewide	No state sales tax. Local boroughs/cities may collect local sales tax during registration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Alaska Boat Bill of Sale Legal FAQs

Do boats have titles in Alaska?

Is a bill of sale required to register and title a boat in Alaska?

Does an Alaska boat bill of sale need to be notarized?

How long is boat registration valid in Alaska?

What is the sales tax rate on boat sales in Alaska?