Minnesota has the most detailed registration number rules we work with. Stroke width, character spacing and group spacing are all specified, and nothing else can go within 24 inches of your number. Here’s what Minnesota requires.
Minnesota watercraft licenses are issued through the Minnesota DNR. Your number must be:
Sources: Minn. R. 6110.0300 (number and decal display), Minn. R. 6110.0700 (other insignia), 33 CFR 173.27. Rules can change, so confirm with the Minnesota DNR before you install.
Both sides, toward the stern. The current validation decal goes toward the stern of the boat, no more than 4 inches from the first or last letter of the number, on each side.
Remove expired decals or cover them completely with the current decal so only the current one shows.
Enter your MN number in our design area, choose a legal block font and a color that stands out on your hull, and preview it before you buy. All of our vinyl is laminated for extra protection from sun and salt.
Not within 24 inches. Minnesota prohibits any other number, letter, design or insignia closer than 24 inches to the registration number or validation decal on motorized watercraft.
Leave 1/2 to 3/4 inch between characters in each group and 3 to 4 inches between the letter groups and the numbers. The stroke of each character should be 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide.
At least 3 inches tall in plain block characters, on both sides of the forward half of the boat, in a color that contrasts with the hull.
Yes. Use our online design area to enter your MN number, pick a legal block font, size and color, and preview both sides before you order. We offer 24 hour turnaround on orders placed Monday through Friday.
See the full boat registration numbers guide for federal requirements, formatting and installation tips.
