Arizona Boat Registration Fee Calculator
In Arizona, boat registration is handled by the Arizona Game & Fish Department and renews annually. The fee is based on boat length — from $20 for the smallest class up to $66 for the largest per year. Non-motorized craft like kayaks and canoes are generally exempt (check local rules for sailboats). Boats with motors — including trolling motors on otherwise unpowered craft — almost always require registration.
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$30.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- Nonresidents pay a substantial Boating Safety Infrastructure Fee on top — totals run $100–$495 by length.
- Arizona does not title boats.
What determines boat registration cost in Arizona?
- Boat length (fee tiers)
- Motorized vs. non-motorized
- New registration vs. renewal (title/transfer fees apply once)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register a kayak or canoe in Arizona?
Generally no — unpowered craft are exempt in Arizona. But the moment you mount any motor, including an electric trolling motor, registration is required.
How often do I renew a boat registration in Arizona?
Annually.
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Sources: https://azgfd.com/boating/register-and-renew-your-registration/fees-and-forms/ — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.