BoatUS - Government Affairs - Florida Boating Information

Registration Questions:	850-617-2000 or 850-487-6762
Boating Registration Website:	http://www.flhsmv.gov/dmv/faqboat.html
State Tax Department Website:	http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/
Registration Grace Period (Days):	90 days
Boat Sales & Use Tax Rate:	6%
Credit For Tax Paid In Another State:	Yes
State Decal Required For Documented Vessel:	Yes
Boat Titles Issued:	Yes
Notes:	Sales tax is capped at $18,000. Vessels brought into the state for repair exempt from registration requirement: Boats are registered at the county level, check with the county tax office.