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Boats

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  • Resources for boaters
  • Visiting Washington waters

How to become a vehicle and boat licensing subagent

International Registration Plan (Prorate)

  • How to register: IRP (prorate)
  • Laws and rules: Prorate and Fuel Tax
  • Recordkeeping requirements: IRP (prorate)
  • Replace your IRP cab cards, decals, or plates

License plates

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  • Required plate replacement
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  • Transfer plates to a new vehicle
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Renew or replace tabs

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Taxes, fuel tax and other fees

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  • Use tax

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Vehicle registration

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  • Register commercial vehicles
  • Register off-road vehicles
  • Register other vehicles and other services
  • Report vehicle sale
  • Tips for buying a vehicle
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