All boaters will need to complete a Watercraft Application to title and register watercraft. Registration can be completed online at or by calling (217) 557-0180 or (800) 382-1696 to request a paper application.
To register with Illinois, you would need the following: 2 copies of the bill of sale.
To transfer a boat title in Illinois, you will need the current title, a bill of sale, identification, and the Application for Watercraft Title and Registration Form. Ensure all documents are accurate and complete to avoid processing delays.
To transfer a boat title in Illinois, you will need the current title, a bill of sale, identification, and the Application for Watercraft Title and Registration Form.
Please allow two to three weeks processing time for Duplicate/Lost Title applications and six weeks processing time for New/Corrected/Transfer Title applications.
Yes, foreigners are allowed to buy land in the USA. There are no federal restrictions on foreign ownership of land, but state laws can vary, especially regarding the country of origin of the borrower and the intended use of the land. It's important for potential buyers to check local restrictions.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs aka Life Jackets) Ensure PFDs are readily accessible. In addition to the above requirement, Illinois boaters are required to carry at least one Type IV (throwable device) PFD aboard any vessel 16 feet or longer (with the exception of canoes and kayaks).
Is it legal to live on a boat? It is, provided you get the right mooring.
Specific requirements vary from state to state, but over 70% of the U.S. requires boaters who meet certain criteria to take a safety education course. The resulting accreditation is called a certificate, not a license, because it is good for life and doesn't expire.