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New Vessel Titling Changes Being Implemented

Recent approved amendments to Hawai’i Administrative Rules (HAR) Chapter 13-241 by Governor David Ige will result in an implementation for new vessel titles by the DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR).
Vessel titling supersedes the previous registered owner system with the following highlights:

Please be aware that late fees have been increased.  DOBOR strongly advises owners to complete titling and registration tasks before designated deadlines to avoid late charges.
New vessel titling policies and procedures go into effect immediately.  Owners of undocumented vessels principally operated in Hawaii waters will be required to obtain a Hawaii vessel title.
Wait times may be longer due to the combination of COVID-19 safety measures and the volume of vessel owners that will need to obtain a first-time vessel title.  It is recommended that vessel owners come in to obtain a first-time vessel title in advance of their certificate of number expiration date if further paperwork is required.  DOBOR requests that owners come in no more than one month in advance to obtain a vessel title to better manage customer volume.
For more information, please contact DOBOR Vessel Registration at:
(808) 587-1970 or dlnr.boatreg@hawaii.gov

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