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1. How do I register my all-terrain vehicle (ATV)?

Purchased Used ATV From Another Person

Please complete an original Bill of Sale (PDF) between you and the seller. All signatures on the Bill of Sale must be live ink signatures, no copies.

Purchased New ATV From the Store or ATV Dealer

Begin by completing a DNR universal registration form (PDF). Then, bring the Manufacture's Statement of Origin (MCO) including the width of your ATV and your receipt with you. Be sure the receipt shows a breakdown of the charges, sales tax, and fees you paid.

2. How do I register a boat or watercraft?

Purchased Used Boat or Watercraft From Another Person

Please complete an original Bill of Sale for a Boat and Trailer (PDF) between you and the seller. All signatures on the Bill of Sale for a Boat and Trailer must be live ink signatures, no copies.

• If the boat or watercraft is titled, please complete the buyer's portion of the title and bring that with you. If there is a loan listed, please have the lien release with you as well. Typically a boat or watercraft over 16 feet and/or previously had a loan is titled. Once it is titled it is always titled going forward.
• If there was no trailer involved in the sale you may leave the trailer portion of the bill of sale blank.

Purchased New Boat or Watercraft From the Store

Begin by completing a DNR universal registration form (PDF). Then, bring the Manufacture's Statement of Origin (MCO) and your receipt with you. Be sure the receipt shows a breakdown of the charges, sales tax, and fees you paid.

Please Note

New watercraft that are both 10 feet or under and non-motorized are not required to be registered in Minnesota.

3. What if I lost my boat title?

If you've lost your boat title complete an Application for Duplicate Watercraft Title (PDF) and mail it to the DNR.

Make an $11 check or money order for remittance to:

MN Department of Natural Resources
License Center
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155-4026

4. How do I register a snowmobile?

Purchased Used Snowmobile From Another Person

Please complete an original Bill of Sale (PDF) between you and the seller. All signatures on the Bill of Sale must be live ink signatures, no copies.

Purchased New Snowmobile From the Store

Begin by completing a DNR universal registration form (PDF). Then, bring the Manufacture's Statement of Origin (MCO) and your receipt with you. Be sure the receipt shows a breakdown of the charges, sales tax, and fees you paid.

5. What if I don't have my renewal notice from DNR?

If you are listed as an owner just bring your driver's license or identification. We can look you up and complete the renewal in DNR.

If someone else is stopping in on behalf of the owner, only a notarized DNR Authorization form (PDF) will be accepted on behalf of the owner. Please have the form completed and notarized and attach a copy of the owner's driver's license or state-issued identification card. The notarized DNR Authorization form must have a live ink signature, no copies.

If you would like to add a family member or friend to your non-titled ATV, watercraft, or snowmobile so that in the future they may be able to come in on their own, please complete a Bill of Sale (PDF) with you as the seller and then sign both yourself and that family member or friend back on as buyers. All signatures on the Bill of Sale must be live ink signatures, no copies.

6. Can you tell me about fishing licenses?

General fishing knowledge:

• If you've never had a Game and Fish license the first time we register you into DNR your driver's license or identification and social security number is required.
• All others who have had a Game and Fish license just need to show a driver's license or identification with your request.
• For combination licenses with a spouse, only one person is required to be present. However, if it is your first time purchasing a combination license, we do require additional information about your spouse, and if last names do not match, a marriage certificate is required as proof that first time.
• Children under 16 do not require a license.

7. What if I have addition DNR questions?

For additional information and questions visit the Minnesota DNR. You may also email the DNR or reach them at 651-296-6157 or 888-MINNDNR.