I’m from Minnesota (or any other state for that matter) and my boat is registered there, but I’m going to be in South Dakota for a month or two, do I need to register my boat in South Dakota?
A:
Vessels registered in another state may be in South Dakota for 60 days before registration is required in South Dakota.
Vessels documented with the U.S. Coast Guard and on South Dakota waters for less than 60 consecutive days within on calendar year do not need South Dakota registration.
Vessels berthed at a South Dakota marina must have a South Dakota registration if the contract for the berth is for 60 or more consecutive days within one calendar year.
