Delaware Boating Information
Registration Questions:(302) 739-9916
Boating Registration Website:http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/fw/Boating/
State Tax Department Website:http://www.state.de.us/revenue/
Registration Grace Period (Days):60 days
Boat Sales & Use Tax Rate:0%
Credit For Tax Paid In Another State:No
State Decal Required For Documented Vessel:No
Boat Titles Issued:No
Notes:There is a Gross Receipts Tax that will increase the cost of vessels purchased from dealers.

Refund Highway/Road Fuel Taxes Paid on Marine Fuel
Delaware will refund 23 cents per gallon of fuel taxes paid on gasoline used in recreational watercraft. Refund must be requested within one year of purchase.

Go to http://www.deldot.net/static/mfta/gasoline_refund_program.shtml to download forms and instructions.

There are no current local boating issues. Please check back periodically for updates or email us a story at GovtAffairs@BoatUS.com.

For specific questions about boating issues or BoatUS Government Affairs, please e-mail the department at GovtAffairs@BoatUS.com

Delaware Boating Alerts:

We do not have any current state alerts at this time. If you have a boating related issue please email us at GovtAffairs@BoatUS.com