Frequently Asked Questions

Boat Registration

1. Did the new sales tax changes affect the purchase of boats?

2. Is there an application fee to file the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331?

3. What is the due date for the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331 to be submitted to both the state and the parish?

4. Why was I assessed late fees, penalties, and interest?

5. Why do I need to submit the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331 to both the state and the parish before I can get my boat registered with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries?

6. Do I have to get the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331 signed by the state before I can get it signed by the local parish?

7. Do I have to complete the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331 for the purchase of a jet ski?

8. Do I include the boat trailer on the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331?

9. I bought my boat from someone in another state and the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331 has a space for the seller to sign. Does the seller have to sign the R-1331 before I can submit it?

10. How do I get the Louisiana Department of Revenue R-1331 to the state and what do I need to send with it?

11. I know I owe sales tax. How do I get the money to the state when I send the Louisiana Department of Revenue form R-1331?

12. How do I know if I owe sales tax on the boat I just purchased?