Nevada Boat Registration Fee Calculator
In Nevada, boat registration is handled by the Nevada Department of Wildlife and renews annually. The fee is based on boat length — from $20 for the smallest class up to $100 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)$25.00
- Title fee$20.00
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
- An annual AIS decal is also required: $13 motorized, $6 non-motorized (canoes and kayaks need the decal even though they don't register).
What determines boat registration cost in Nevada?
- 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 Nevada?
Generally no — unpowered craft are exempt in Nevada. But the moment you mount any motor, including an electric trolling motor, registration is required.
How often do I renew a boat registration in Nevada?
Annually.
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Sources: https://www.ndow.org/apply-buy/boat-titling-registration-and-more/ — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.