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Yes, you must register any boat with a motor.Florida boat registration is not a requirement for all vessels. Registration is dependent on the type of vessel, its use and its owner. For instance, is not necessary to register a canoe in Florida. The other types of vessels exempt from registration in FL include:Vessels with boat registration numbers from other states, so long as these boats are not operated/stored in Florida waters for a period longer than 90 days.Vessels used solely as lifeboats for a ship.Boats owned by the United States government.Vessels used only on private ponds and lakes.Vessels that are not motor-powered and are less than 16’ long.All kayaks, canoes, rowing sculls and racing shells that are not motor-powered.Florida Boat Registration | DMV.com

Offshore | OAK - Contact us to arrange Vessel Registration servicesVESSEL REGISTRATIONMauritius is referred to as the 'Star & Key' of the Indian Ocean, given its importance as a strategic port of call for vessels travelling the Spice Route and further, for centuries.Benefits of Mauritius registrationShip registration and mortgaging are regulated by the Mauritius Merchant Shipping Act 1986 and the Mauritius Shipping (Amendment) Act 1992 which have been largely modelled on the British Merchant Shipping Act which is well-tried and respected worldwide.Exemption from payment of Mauritius income tax for all personnel working on board a Mauritius Ship.Mauritius is a member of the International Maritime organisation (IMO) and has acceded to all key international maritime conventions.Mauritian registered vessels are exempt from tax on freight earnings, resultant net revenue or dividends received from the Mauritian shipping company.Ship’s stores, consumables, spare parts and bunkers are exempted from customs and excise duties.All personnel working on board a Mauritian Flag ship are exempted from payment of income tax.No capital gains tax is payable upon the sale or transfer of a ship or of the shares in a shipping company.No estate duty is payable on the inheritance of shares in a shipping company.The requirement of a work permit for foreigners is waived in the case of personnel working on a Mauritian Flag ship.No restrictions on the nationality of the crew.Incorporation of a company in the Global Business Sector confers attractive tax planning advantages.Mauritius has ratified most of the international conventions on maritime safety, prevention of pollution and training and certification of seafarers.Please vistit our site to know the procedure of registration and more.

It would seem that in the US, boat registration is fairly standardized from state to state. Here are a few examples from around the country;These are the rules for boat registration in California, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles;What Vessels Must be Registered?Generally, every sail-powered vessel over eight feet in length and every motor-driven vessel (regardless of length) that is not documented by the U.S. Coast Guard which is used or on the waters of this state are subject to registration by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The vessel must be located in California.Vessels previously registered in other states must be registered in California within 120 days of being brought into the state, if it will be used upon California waterways the majority of the time.The term vessel applies to every description of water-craft used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water, except the following:A seaplane on the water.A watercraft specifically designed to operate on a permanently fixed course and guided by a mechanical device that restricts the watercraft's movement to the fixed course.A floating structure that is designed and built to be used as a stationary waterborne residential dwelling, which, (a) does not have and is not designed to have a mode of power of its own, (b) is dependent for utilities upon a continuous utility linkage to a source originating on shore, and (c) has a permanent, continuous hookup to a shoreside sewage system.The following vessels do not have to be registered in California:Vessels propelled solely by oars or paddles.Non-motorized sailboats that are eight feet or less in length.Non-motorized surfboards propelled by a sail and with a mast that the operator must hold upright.A ship's lifeboat (a dinghy is not a lifeboat).Vessels currently and lawfully numbered (registered) by another state that are principally used outside California.Vessels brought into California for racing purposes only (exempted only during races and tune-ups).NOTE: Commercial vessels of five net tons or more, or 30 feet or more in length must be registered (documented) by the U.S. Coast Guard.What is the Difference Between a Documented Vessel and an Undocumented Vessel?An undocumented vessel is registered by the DMV and does not have a marine certificate issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.A documented vessel is registered and issued a marine certificate by the U.S. Coast Guard. It does not require DMV registration. Please see the previous note.You are required to register your undocumented vessel and pay applicable fees before it is placed in California waters.Must I Register a Vessel Used Exclusively on a Private Lake?Yes; any vessel that is used or moored on California waterways, including private lakes, must be registered.This is the information regarding Boat Registration and Licenses in Michigan;The Michigan Secretary of State (SOS) handles all boat titling and registration. Keep reading to learn more about titling and registering your vessel as well as the qualifications needed to operate boats in The Great Lake State.MI Vessels to Title & RegisterThe Michigan SOS requires registration for all vessels used on public waters. The only exemptions are:Vessels 16 ft. long or less, powered by oars or paddles AND not used for commercial or rental purposes.Rafts, surfboards, sailboards, and swim floats (all sizes).Canoes and kayaks that don't have a motor AND aren't used for rental or commercial purposes.Watercraft currently registered in another state being used in Michigan on a temporary basis.Additionally, the following types of watercraft must be titled with the MI SOS:Vessels measuring 20 ft. or more in length.Boats with permanent motors.This is the information regarding Boat Registration and Licenses in Florida;All motorized vessels operating on Florida’s public waterways must be titled and registered. Chapter 328, Florida Statutes, designates that DHSMV is responsible for issuing vessel registrations and titles. Applications for titles and registrations must be filed at a county tax collector or license plate agent office. Owners have the option of registering their vessel for either one year or two years.A purchaser of a new or used vessel has 30 days to title and register that vessel. During this 30 day period, the owner must have proof of the date of purchase aboard the vessel. Operating an unregistered vessel after 30 days is a second-degree misdemeanor.Exemptions from TitlingNon-motor powered vessels less than 16 feet in length.Vessels owned by the U.S. Government, the State of Florida or its political subdivisions.Federally documented vessels.Vessels used exclusively on private lakes and ponds.Amphibious vessels which have been issued a vehicle title by DHSMV.Vessels used only for demonstration, testing or sales promotional purposes by a dealer or manufacturer.Vessels issued valid registration certificates and numbers by other states or countries, provided the vessel is not stored or operated in state waters more than 90 days.This is the information regarding Boat Registration and Licenses in Texas;The following vessels (when on Texas public water) are required by law to have current registration. This includes vessels that are docked or moored:All motorized boats, regardless of length (motorized boats include boats propelled by a trolling motor); andAll sailboats 14 feet in length or longer or any sailboat with an auxiliary engine(s); andUSCG Documented vessels.Exempted vessels — All (non-motorized) canoes, kayaks, punts, rowboats, or rubber rafts (regardless of length) when paddled, poled, or oared; sailboats under 14 feet in length when windblown; USCG documented commercial vessels used in coastal shipping; and USCG documented vessels exceeding 115 feet in length.I’m not familiar with the laws regarding boat registration in other countries.