Mississippi Boat Registration Fee Calculator
Registering a boat in Mississippi costs $10.99–$48.49 per 3-year cycle, based on length. It's handled by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks and renews every 3 years. 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.
Verified against official Mississippi sources on 2026-07-16. How we verify fees.
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$25.99 per 3-year cycle$25.98
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.
Mississippi boat registration fees by length (per 3-year cycle)
| Boat length | Registration fee |
|---|---|
| Up to 16 ft | $10.99 |
| 16–26 ft | $25.99 |
| 26 ft and over | $48.49 |
Fees shown are the Mississippi state schedule, verified 2026-07-16. Use the calculator above for an itemized estimate including title and one-time fees.
Good to know
- Boats 40 ft+ pay the same $48.49 as the 26–40 ft class. Titling is optional in Mississippi.
What determines boat registration cost in Mississippi?
- Boat length (fee tiers)
- Motorized vs. non-motorized
- 3-year registration cycle
- New registration vs. renewal (title/transfer fees apply once)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register a kayak or canoe in Mississippi?
Generally no — unpowered craft are exempt in Mississippi. But the moment you mount any motor, including an electric trolling motor, registration is required.
How often do I renew a boat registration in Mississippi?
Every 3 years — the fee shown covers the full 3-year period.
Do I have to register my boat trailer separately in Mississippi?
Yes — in Mississippi the boat and the trailer are two separate registrations. The boat's fee is above; the trailer registers as a utility trailer with the motor-vehicle agency, priced by the trailer's weight (often a low flat fee or a one-time permanent plate). See our Mississippi trailer registration calculator for that cost.
Do I need a title for my boat in Mississippi?
No — Mississippi does not title boats. Your Certificate of Number (the registration) serves as the ownership record, so there's no separate title fee.
Do I have to register a jet ski or PWC in Mississippi?
Yes — personal watercraft (jet skis, Sea-Doos, WaveRunners) are motorized vessels, so they register just like boats in Mississippi, usually in the smallest length class. The same Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks handles them, and the same fee schedule applies.
Where do I register a boat in Mississippi?
Boat registration in Mississippi is handled by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks. You can generally register in person, by mail, or online, and you'll need proof of ownership (a bill of sale or title) plus the fee shown above. Renew every 3 years before your decal expires.
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Official Mississippi resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-16.