St Kilda Boat Sales - Frequently Asked Questions - Vessel Registration
21 October 2011
Frequently Asked Questions - Vessel Registration
Can I authorise another person to register my boat on my behalf?
If you are unable to attend a VicRoads office, you can appoint an agent to act on your behalf. The letter of authority must show your name, address, licence number and details of the transaction required, as well as the representative’s name and licence number.
The representative will also need to provide evidence of identity. Company boat registrations must have a letter of authority written on company letterhead signed by a director of that company.
Where do I find information on boat registration fees?
The fee you will need to pay will depend on the length of the boat. There are two categories:
- boats 4 metres in length or less
- boats over 4 metres in length
Contact us for information on fees for each boat category.
An application to register a boat can be processed by attending a VicRoads office in person or mailing the application and payment (cheque or money order) to:
VicRoads
GPO Box 1644
Melbourne VIC 3001
Once you have paid the registration fee a certificate and label with the assigned boat identification number will be provided to you. The label must be kept fixed in a clearly visible position on the outside or upper portion of the boat.
Where do I display my boat identification number?
The boat identification number must be painted or displayed on the hull of the boat on each side of the bow as high as practicable above the waterline in characters that are:
- no less than 150 millimetres high; and
- in proportionate breadth; and
- coloured in contrast to the surface on which they are displayed.
How do I assign a Club Identification Number to my boat?
If you are a member of an approved club and wish to assign a club identification number to your boat, your club must give you a letter allocating the number to your boat. This letter must accompany your application in order to issue a club assigned number.
You will need to provide your current Australian photographic boat operator licence or driver licence. For a company the Australian Company Number (ACN) must be provided or a current company search. If you cannot provide a licence you will need to bring original evidence of identity documents.
Boats exempt from registration
Some boats do not need to be registered. Refer to the VicRoads website for more information.
I'm buying a second hand boat privately - How can I know that it's not under finance or stolen?
TSV and VicRoads are unable to provide information about the title or finance arrangements for boats.
Before purchasing, it may be prudent to ask the seller to sign a Statutory Declaration stating that they are the legal owner of the boat and have the right to sell it. This suggestion is by no means a substitute for legal advice. If in doubt, we suggest purchasing through a registered boat dealer.
Information as published on the Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) website: http://www.transportsafety.vic.gov.au