Those Registering Boats in New Hampshire Now Require Payment Decal

New Hampshire secondary boat decal.

It may not be top of mind this time of year, but those who will be registering boats in New Hampshire now must display a secondary decal indicating payment to use state waterways.

Beginning this year, registrants will receive two sets of decals that must be displayed on each side of the bow. The new decals are reflective and round. Registration decals remain reflective and square.

According to the state Department of Safety’s Division of Motor Vehicles, due to a recent Coast Guard audit finding, the new method of fee collection requires a yearly boat decal to accompany registration decals. Both decals can be purchased at the time of registration.

Renewal notices were sent by mail. Others may also obtain new or renewal registrations in person at any Division of Motor Vehicles branch location. Appointments can be made online. Boaters may also visit an authorized boat agent, including many city and town halls and local marinas, to process boat registrations. Boaters who are renewing in person should bring their signed renewal notice, along with their photo identification.

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