The ownership journal · Las Vegas
Use the official fee schedule for your transaction, then plan the recurring costs of keeping your boat ready.
Editorial review: October 11, 2026
NDOW lists annual registration fees from $20 for boats under 13 feet to $100 for boats 31 feet and over, based on length. An initial certificate of ownership (title) is $20, a processing fee applies, and motorized boats also need the annual Aquatic Invasive Species decal ($13 for motorized watercraft).
NDOW’s published annual registration fees range from $20 for boats shorter than 13 feet to $100 for boats 31 feet or longer. Title-related fees and processing charges are separate. Check your length category and transaction directly on the official page.
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| Boat length | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Under 13 feet | $20 |
| 13 feet to under 18 feet | $25 |
| 18 feet to under 22 feet | $40 |
| 22 feet to under 26 feet | $55 |
| 26 feet to under 31 feet | $75 |
| 31 feet and over | $100 |
Source: NDOW boat titling and registration page, checked October 11, 2026. An initial certificate of ownership (title) is $20 and a Nevada title transfer is $20; NDOW notes that a processing fee applies. Motorized boats also need NDOW’s annual Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) decal, $13 for motorized watercraft when checked.
