How Much Does It Cost to Register a Boat in Arizona?
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.
Cost by boat size
| Boat | Per year | One-time (title etc.) |
|---|---|---|
| 14-ft motorboat | $22.00 | — |
| 20-ft motorboat | $30.00 | — |
| 28-ft motorboat | $39.00 | — |
| Kayak/canoe (no motor) | Free — exempt from registration | |
- Nonresidents pay a substantial Boating Safety Infrastructure Fee on top — totals run $100–$495 by length.
- Arizona does not title boats.
Estimate your exact Arizona cost
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.
All figures computed from official fee schedules — sources: https://azdot.gov/mvd/services/vehicle-services/vehicle-fees-taxes — last reviewed 2026-07-16.