Register a Boat

Gather What You'll Need
- Valid driver’s license or other form of identification
- Proof of vessel ownership, such as a bill of sale or a dealer's invoice
- A signed Georgia vessel registration application
- Method of payment. Registration fees may vary depending on vessel specifications and other factors. See list of current vessel registration fees.
Register Your Boat
Register a Boat Accordion
- Register Online
  
  Visit the DNR Go Outdoors Online Vessel System.
  
  Log in or create a new account.
  
  Follow the prompts to register a new vessel or renew your registration.
- Register by Phone
  
  Call 1-800-366-2661 to speak to a DNR representative about your boat registration.
- Register by Mail
  
  Mail your application to:
  
  Georgia Department of Natural Resources
  
  P.O. Box 934943
  
  Atlanta, GA 31193-4943
Next Steps
- Depending on your situation, it may take up to four to six weeks to receive your registration.
- You will receive a registration card and two decals. A decal must be adhered to each side of your boat and the registration card must be kept on the boat.
- You must renew your registration every 3 years.

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