Recreational vehicles must be registered in New York State. There are some types of motorized devices that cannot be registered or operated [1] here.  Remember that if you use a trailer to transport your recreational vehicle, you must register the trailer [2] too.

Before you purchase a vehicle, trailer, boat, snowmobile, or an ATV, make sure that you can receive proof of ownership [3].  You’ll need it to register your vehicle or obtain a title certificate.

Snowmobiles

• learn how to register your in-state snowmobile [4] for the first time
• out-of-state visitor can register for the first time right now [5]!
• if you registered your snowmobile in New York before, you can renew your registration [6]
• Canadian visitors can register for the first time by calling 518-626-8989 between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. weekdays
• if you registered your snowmobile in New York before, you can renew your registration [6]

Boats

You can register a boat in New York [8] if

• the boat isn’t used for commercial purposes in New York State
• the boat will be used on public waterways in New York State for 90 or more consecutive days

ATVs

Learn how to register an ATV [9].

Mopeds

Learn how to register a moped [10].