Agency Fees

The Marine Board is a fee-based agency and does not receive any state general fund or lottery dollars.

The revenue generated from:

Motorboat title and registrations
Waterway access permits
Out-of-state aquatic invasive species permits
Outfitter Guide and Charter Licensing
Boating safety education (boater education card)

...all go back to boaters through

Boating facility and education grants
Contracts with county Sheriff's Offices and Oregon
State Police for on-water enforcement
Environmental and education programs

Your fees also support:

Aquatic invasive species inspection stations along Oregon's borders
Contracts to remove, dismantle, recycle, and dispose of abandoned and derelict boats

Thanks to you, we have sustainable recreational boating in Oregon! Your boating dollars go a long way. Oregon receives federal funding based on the number of registered motorboats. We also receive gas tax revenue to support programs for you.

Revenue pie graphs

Distribution of funding within the agency

Allocations and spending by the agency

Agency Fees by Transaction Type

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents/Info
Title	$75	Original Certificate of Title for a boat.
Late Oregon Title Transfer	$25	Late penalty fee assessed for an Oregon-titled boat when the applicant applies more than 30 days from the date of release by the former owner.
Lost/Replacement Title (no owner or lender change)	$25	Applicant must be the current owner. Lost or Replacement Title Application with signature verification.
Lost/Replacement Title (with owner or lender change)	$75	Original Certificate of Title for a boat or completed Lost or Replacement Boat Title Application.
Motorboat Registration	Fee Schedule	$8 plus $5.95 per foot. Registration is issued on a 2-year calendar basis. The renewal cycle begins on November 1st of the expiration year to receive full, 2-year registration.
Replacement Certificate of Number	$15	Registration must be current. Certificate of Number (registration card) only.
Replacement Certificate of Number AND Registration Decals	$15	Registration must be current.
Floating Home or Boathouse Title	$100	New title on existing structure: Titles must be submitted within 30 days from the date of purchase to avoid a late title transfer fee of $25.00*
Floating Home or Boathouse License Plate	$50	Titles and License Plates are required on floating homes, boathouses, or combination structures.

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents/Info
1-week (7-Day) Waterway Access Permit (Can order up to 500 in one transaction. A certificate is issued with the start and expiration dates.	$6	Available for purchase through the Boat Oregon Store (+$1.50 portal provider fee) ODFW's eLicensing system. (+$2 transaction fee)
1-Calendar Year Waterway Access Permit (Including out-of-state)	$20	+$1.50 portal provider fee when purchased through the Boat Oregon online store
2-Calendar Year Waterway Access Permit	$35	+$1.50 portal provider fee when purchased through the Boat Oregon online store

This permit applies to all nonmotorized boats, including stand-up paddleboards, rafts, and kayaks, including inflatable varieties. It is transferable to other nonmotorized boats. Children 13 and younger are exempt. See the Boat Rental Business section below for nonmotorized boat rental business discounts.

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents / Info
Out-of-State motorized boat permit and sailboats over 12 feet	$30	Out-of-state motorboats must stop at mandatory boat inspection stations when entering Oregon. If operating on Oregon waterways, an out-of-state Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Permit is required. If bringing a non-motorized boat, including inflatable varieties of stand up paddleboards, rafts, or kayaks into Oregon, a Waterway Access Permit is required (See purchasing options above).

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents/Info
Motorized Boat Rental Business Registration Discount	$90 and $10 per boat	Registered rental businesses are eligible to receive motorboat registration discounts (valid for 2 calendar years) if holding up to 5 boats ready for rental.
Non-Motorized Rental Business Registration	FREE Business Registration	Individuals or entities renting or leasing boats must register with the agency. Registration is required every two years and allows the agency to send rental businesses pertinent boating safety and equipment information to pass along to customers.
Non-Motorized Rental Business Waterway Access Permit Discount (includes sailboats under 12 feet)	$100 $185 $340	Business renting 6-10 non-motorized boats Business renting 11-20 non-motorized boats Business renting 21 or more non-motorized boats

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents/Info
Boating Safety Education Card	$20	Course completion certificate from online or classroom course or equivalency exam provider AND Boater Education Card Application
Replacement Boating Safety Education Card	$16	Lost, stolen, or damaged cards can be replaced online using our online store. Pay online today and print a temporary card so you can get back out on the water right away! If you prefer to replace your card through the mail, please fill out our request form to have an application and temporary card emailed to you.
Towed Watersports Education and Endorsement (required if operating and engaging in towed watersports in the Newberg Pool - Willamette River, (RM 55 - 26.6)	$20 -is valid for two calendar years	Must already possess a Boating Safety Education Card and apply for the Towed Watersport Certificates (decals), verifying the maximum load weight of the boat does not exceed 5,500 pounds.
The replacement fee for the set of decals for the Towed Watersports Endorsement	$15	Must be previously approved for the TWS education card and endorsement.
An additional set of Towed Watersports decals per boat	$15	Must be previously approved for the TWS education card and endorsement.

*Go to your Boat Oregon Store account to print out a replacement for your TWS education card.

Transaction Type	Fee Amount	Required Documents/Info
Outfitter Guide Charter Guide	$350 $500	Annual registration is valid per calendar year. Motorized boat guides with USCG license.
Replacement decals or licenses	$20
Non-Resident Hunt Tag Program	$150 $50	Initial application fee. Annual fee for the calendar year.
Charter Boats carrying more than 7 passengers	$50 $100	Annual fee for the calendar year for Oregon-titled vessels. US Coast Guard documented vessels. Fees for non-Oregon residents may vary.
Crew Member	$50	Annual fee. Provide a copy of First Aid and CPR Certification and Certificate of Employer's Insurance

A $1.50 portal provider fee will be assessed for each online transaction. If you're renewing multiple boats, click on the Account Tab and add all renewals to your cart before payment to avoid additional charges. You will go to a secure checkout page: https://securecheckout-uat.cdc.nicusa.com/.

OSMB Refund Policy

All fees are non-refundable. OAR 250-010-0058

Marine Board Fulfillment Policy

The applicant’s debit or credit card is charged at the time of application. A title, registration, or other credentials will be issued when the application is complete, fully evaluated, and is determined that all the requirements have been met.

Marine Board Merchant Card Policy

Merchant Card Policy:
Marine Board agency staffers are not authorized to enter debit or credit card information into the system. Applicants must originate all financial transactions related to their application for title, registration, guide, or other credentials. The Marine Board system does not store or keep any financial information entered into the system.