California Boat Registration Number Decals âš“
Order California Boat Number Decals Online
Design your California boat numbers online and order a clean, professional set made from marine-grade vinyl.
Our decals are sold as a right and left side set, made for outdoor durability, and easy to apply.
California requires boat registration numbers to be displayed properly on each side of the bow.
Use the design tool below to create your numbers in the size, color, and style you want, then place your order online.
Easy online ordering • Built for outdoor use • Fast shipping
California Boat Registration Number Decal Display Laws
California boat registration displaying is easy. When you successfully register your vessel, you’ll receive a certificate and a decal.
Your permanent registration number is preceded by the letters CA. This number must be placed on each side of the bow of the registered vessel in a position that is clearly visible at all times.
The vessel must display the boat number and validation decal as stated below.
- The registration number must be placed on each side of the bow.
- The number must be clearly visible at all times.
- Numbers must be in at least three inch high BLOCK characters.
- The color must contrast with the background color of your boat.
- Letters and numbers must be separated by a space or hyphen.
- The number must read from left to right. Example: CA 3214 BA or CA-3214-BA.
- The validation decal must be displayed within 6 inches before or after and in line with the registration numbers on both sides of the boat’s bow.
It’s your responsibility to make sure your boat is properly marked and documented. It’s also a good idea to keep your papers with the boat in a waterproof case for safekeeping.
Click here to apply for your California boat registration through the California DMV.
Need Something Custom?
Have a boat name, logo, graphic, or special decal request? Upload your artwork and request a custom quote.
Decal Install Information and Instructions
Easily install your boat numbers in one strip. Your boat numbers will have a nice painted-on look once installed.
Our Boat Number Decals are sold as a set for the right and left side.
All U.S. states require 3-inch tall numbers and letters spaced by 2 or 3 inches between the letters and numbers.
See the example photo above. If you have more questions, give us a call.
California customers get free shipping on qualifying California boat number decal orders.
How does our boat numbering work?
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Want to see how to install your boat decals? You can watch this install video here.
Install Video
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