I sold my boat. What shall I do about my boat excise bill?

When you sell your boat, you may be entitled to receive an abatement.  

In order to apply for a Motor Vessel Excise Tax Abatement, the Assessors will require proof that you disposed of the boat.

If You Traded or Sold Your Boat:  
You’ll want to provide the assessors with a copy of the dealer’s invoice showing the trade-in; or if a private sale, a copy of the bill of sale.

If You Registered your Boat in Another State:  
You’ll want to provide the assessors with a copy of the Out of State Registration.

NOTE:  
The Assessors require that the boat owner cancel his Massachusetts registration with the Division of Environmental Police as well.

Boat Excise Abatement Form and Instructions