Make Sure Boats Are On County Property Tax Rolls

First posted on 12-13-2006

Property Tax Receipts Now Required for Registration

Bass Boat In November and December, most Missourians receive personal property tax bills from their county government. Since state law now requires boat owners to provide proof of having paid personal property tax on marine vessels, those who own them are encouraged to make sure the vessels are listed on their property tax bill and to remember the new requirement to show the previous year’s proof of payment when renewing a registration.

Senate Bill 778, which became effective August 28, 2006, requires proof of paid personal property tax when the owner is applying for title and registration or renewing the registration for the boat or marine vessel. Any owner who does not have the vessel listed with their County Assessor should do so now to ensure easy renewals in the future.

Missouri Residents should pay personal property tax in their county of residence, except when the vessel is a houseboat or cabin cruiser, which should be taxed where it is located.

Non-Missouri Residents who keep a boat in Missouri should pay personal property taxes in the county in which the boat is located.

Customers with questions should email , visit Department of Revenue website at http://www.dor.mo.gov or call (573) 751-4509.