How Much Does It Cost to Register a Boat in Alaska?
In Alaska, boat registration is handled by the Alaska DMV and renews every 3 years. The fee is a flat $24 per cycle. 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.
Cost by boat size
| Boat | Per year | One-time (title etc.) |
|---|---|---|
| 14-ft motorboat | $8.00 | — |
| 20-ft motorboat | $8.00 | — |
| 28-ft motorboat | $8.00 | — |
| Kayak/canoe (no motor) | Free — exempt from registration | |
- Non-powered boats that must register (auxiliary power or fishing-guide use) pay $10 per 3 years.
- Boats over 24 ft require an Alaska title ($20).
Estimate your exact Alaska cost
Your boat
Registration due now
$24.00
Covers 3 years — averages $8.00 per year.
Each renewal (3 years)
- Registration fee$24 per 3-year cycle$24.00
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.
All figures computed from official fee schedules — sources: https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/ — last reviewed 2026-07-16.