WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION

Watercraft Registration

When registering a boat for the first time you must provide Proof of Ownership, Title, a Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO), Bill of Sale, Assigned Registration.  All boats need to be registered in Ohio, including canoes, kayaks, and inflatables; even though they may not need to be titled.  Titles are required for all boats14 feet or greater, outboard motors 10HP or greater, and PWCs (i.e. Jet Ski, Sea Doo, etc.). 

Boat registrations in Ohio are good for three years and expire on each year March 1st.  The cost of your registration depends on the length of your boat, how it is propelled, and which type of registration you are buying.

All of the Butler County Clerk of Courts Auto Title offices offer watercraft registration.

Hours of Operation are:

                               Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.     

                               Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Helpful Links:

Ohio Boat Registration & Titling Information

Ohio DNR Division of Watercraft home page

Ohio Boat Operator's Guide: A Summary of Laws and Rules

Ohio Boater Education

Boating Safety Tips