What Documents Are Required to Title a Newly Purchased Watercraft in South Dakota?
To title a new or used trailer in South Dakota, you will need the following:
- Ownership Document: Either the Title, Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, or registration.
- Proof of ownership is mandatory to title a new or used watercraft in South Dakota. If the watercraft was purchased from a seller that resides in a state that titles that type of watercraft, the title is required. If it was purchased from a seller in a state that only requires registration, the original paper registration or a properly assigned Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin is acceptable.
- Purchase Agreement or Valid Bill of Sale.
- South Dakota Motor Vehicle and Boat Title Application (MV-1001).
- Driver’s License or State-Issued ID for all owners. If using an out-of-state ID, a proof of Social Security Number is also required.
- Out of State Dealer Tax Assessment (Form 1004) if taxes were paid out of state at the time of purchase.
Additional documents may be required depending on the transaction. Note that any cross-outs, white-out, or alterations to documents may void them or require an affidavit for correction.