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Boat registration is a requirement for recreational vessels in Western Australia. This includes vessels propelled by mechanical power and sailing vessels. Registration is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually. The process involves submitting an application form by mail or in person at a DoT Driver and Vehicle Service Centre. Online renewal is also available, and fees vary based on the vessel's hull length. Vessels registered in other Australian states must be registered with the Department of Transport within three months of entering Western Australian waters. Foreign pleasure vessels have a 30-day registration exemption.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Registration requirement | All recreational vessels in Western Australia that are propelled by mechanical power, including sailing vessels, must be registered. |
| Registration duration | Registration is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually. |
| Registration channels | Registration can be done by mail or in person at a DoT Driver and Vehicle Service (DVS) Centre, Regional Centre, or Regional Authorised Agent. |
| Registration fees | Annual registration fees are determined by the vessel's hull length as stated on the Boat Registration Certificate. |
| Renewal methods | Boat registration can be renewed online or through DoTDirect. |
| Renewal duration | Boat registration must be renewed every 6 or 12 months, depending on the vessel and chosen timeframe. |
| Refund eligibility | Duplicate renewal payments or payments made in error may be eligible for a refund. |
| Vessel registration transfer | Vessel registration can be transferred between owners or in the case of a court order or deceased estate. |
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What You'll Learn
Registration requirements
In Western Australia, you must register any recreational vessel that is propelled or can be propelled by mechanical power, including sailing vessels, to use it in Western Australian waters. This includes all recreational vessels in navigable waters, regardless of how often they are used. It is an offence to use or have a vessel in any navigable waters without a current registration. Vessel registration is required to be renewed annually and lasts for 12 months.
To register your vessel, you need to complete the 'New boat registration: Application to register a new boat' form. You can submit your completed form by mail or in person at a DoT Driver and Vehicle Service (DVS) Centre, Regional Centre, or Regional Authorised Agent. You can pay for the initial registration and the annual renewal of your boat registration online. Fees for recreational boat registration are determined by the vessel's hull length, as described on the vessel's Boat Registration Certificate.
If your vessel is registered in another Australian state, you must register with the Department of Transport (DoT) within three months of first being used in Western Australia waters. Vessels entering from the Northern Territory have 30 days from first being used in Western Australia waters before they must be registered with DoT. A foreign pleasure vessel owned by a person who is not a permanent resident of Western Australia must be registered if it remains in WA navigable waters for greater than 30 days.
You may be eligible for a refund of your boat registration fees if you have made a duplicate renewal payment or made a payment in error.
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Registration renewal and expiry
Boat registration in Western Australia lasts for 12 months and must be renewed annually. The Department of Transport (DoT) will send you a bill to renew your registration each year. You can pay this bill online with a Visa or Mastercard, but you will need your account number to do so. If you have misplaced or lost your account number, you can call 13 11 56.
If your registration has not expired, you can pay by credit card using the online payment facility. You can also pay your annual boat registration renewal with DoTDirect, where you can also view your boat details and transfer vessel registration from one owner to the next.
Registration renewal fees are determined by the vessel's hull length, as described on the vessel's Boat Registration Certificate. You may be eligible for a refund of your boat registration fees if you have made a duplicate renewal payment or a payment in error.
It is an offence to use or have a vessel in any navigable waters without current registration. Your vessel's registration sticker shows the month and year your registration expires.
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Hull Identification Number (HIN)
To register a boat in Western Australia, you must register any recreational vessel that is or can be propelled by mechanical power, including sailing vessels. All recreational vessels in navigable waters, even on moorings, in pens, or berthed at jetties, must be registered, regardless of how often they are used. It is illegal to use or have a vessel in any navigable waters without a current registration. Vessel registration is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually.
The Hull Identification Number (HIN) is a unique, permanent identification number for your boat. It is equivalent to the number on a car's license plate. The HIN is a set of 12 characters, consisting of letters and numbers, assigned by the boat manufacturer. The number is usually found on the upper right corner of the transom, the last transverse member of the hull to which the rudder is attached, within two inches of the top of the hull and on the starboard (right) side of the transom. If the boat was built before 1972, the HIN may be difficult to find, and it may not conform to the modern HIN format.
The HIN is used to identify your boat and is required for registration, title, and documentation. It is also used for safety recalls and theft prevention. When buying a used boat, you can use the HIN to check if it has been stolen or damaged. The HIN is also used to track maintenance and repair records. When selling a boat, the HIN must be included in the bill of sale.
To obtain a HIN for a new or used boat, you must apply to the Department of Transport (DoT). The process may vary depending on the state or territory in which you are registering the vessel. In Western Australia, you can apply for a HIN through the BoatCode System. The DoT website provides information on the requirements for obtaining a HIN, including the necessary forms and documentation. There may be fees associated with obtaining or transferring a HIN, which are determined by the vessel's hull length.
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Registration transfers
In Western Australia, when a registered vessel is sold, bought, inherited, or given away, the registration must be transferred to the new owner. The transfer can be done online via DoTDirect or by submitting the relevant forms in person or by mail.
Online transfer via DoTDirect
To transfer a vessel online, the seller must initiate the process by providing the purchaser's surname, Western Australian driver's license number, date of sale, and vessel registration number. Online transfers are only available for vessels owned by individuals and not companies. Additionally, the vessel must have a Hull Identification Number (HIN) recorded on the registration certificate.
Transfer by form submission
To transfer the registration of a vessel by form submission, the seller must complete the seller's copy of the Boat Transfer Form: Notification of Change of Ownership. This form can be submitted in person at a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) Centre, DoT Regional Centre, or authorised agent, or by mail to the Department of Transport in Perth, Western Australia. The transfer must be submitted within 7 days of the sale. If the vessel will be jointly owned, the Additional Purchasers/Sellers Form must also be completed and submitted.
Transfer by court order or deceased estate
In the case of a transfer by court order or deceased estate, the transfer process may differ. The BoatCode System provides information on how to transfer vessel registration in these specific cases.
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Registration fees
Boat registration in Western Australia is required for any recreational vessel that is propelled by mechanical power, including sailing vessels. This includes all recreational vessels in navigable waters, regardless of how often they are used. Vessel registration in Western Australia lasts for 12 months and must be renewed annually.
Annual registration fees for recreational boats in Western Australia are payable in advance and are inclusive of GST. The fee for any service or use of facilities not listed in a fee schedule will be charged at cost. For calculation purposes, the vessel length refers to the overall length, including any additional features such as a marlin board, sterndrive, or bowsprit. These additional features are rounded down to the nearest whole metre.
You can pay your annual boat registration renewal through your DoTDirect online account or by phone using your MasterCard or Visa card. If you have misplaced your account number, you can contact the provided phone number to retrieve it.
It is important to note that you may be eligible for a refund of your boat registration fees in certain circumstances, such as duplicate renewal payments or payments made in error.
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Frequently asked questions
You can register your boat online or in person at a DoT Driver and Vehicle Service Centre, Regional Centre, or Regional Authorised Agent. You will need to submit a completed 'Application to register a new boat' form.
Boat registration in Western Australia must be renewed annually.
It is an offence to use or have a vessel in any navigable waters in Western Australia without current registration.
You can transfer vessel registration when buying or selling by court order or deceased estate.
