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Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part, for example: AL-1234-AA. The number must be placed where it can be easily read, with no other numbers displayed in this area. The registration number must be at least 3 inches high and in block letters of a colour that contrasts with the colour of the boat. The numbers must be read from left to right on both sides of the vessel. Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel, within six inches before or after, and in line with, the registration number.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to format the number | The number must be displayed in three parts with a hyphen or space separating each part, i.e.: AL-1234-AA, and be of a colour that contrasts with the background of the boat — dark on light or light on dark. Numbers shall be BLOCK characters, not less than 76 mm (3 inches) in height, excluding borders and must be of good proportion. Characters of varying thickness, slanted characters, and scroll-type characters are not acceptable. |
| Where to place the number | The number must be placed where it can be easily read. No other numbers may be displayed in this area. The number must be placed within six inches before or after, and in line with, the registration number on port and starboard bow. |
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What You'll Learn
- Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part
- The numbers must be at least 3 inches high and in block letters
- The numbers must be of a colour that contrasts with the background of the boat
- Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel, within six inches before or after the registration number
- If your vessel is brought into Alabama from another state, a new Alabama number will be issued
Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part
The decals must be affixed to both sides of the vessel. They can be installed in one strip, but once installed, they are individual pieces. There is no connecting background unless requested. The validation decal must be affixed within 152 mm (6 inches) before or after and in line with the registration number on the port and starboard bow.
No other numbers may be displayed in this area. The number must be placed where it can be easily read. The characters must not be of varying thickness, slanted, or scroll-type.
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The numbers must be at least 3 inches high and in block letters
Alabama boat registration numbers must be at least 3 inches high and in block letters. The numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part, for example: AL-1234-AA. Letters must be separated from the numbers, for example: AL 3717 ZW or AL-3717-ZW. No other numbers may be displayed on either side of the bow. The numbers must be placed where they can be easily read and must be read from left to right on both sides. The colour of the numbers must contrast with the background of the boat, for example, dark on light or light on dark. The validation decal must be affixed within 6 inches before or after and in line with the registration number on the port and starboard bow.
Boat registration numbers in Alabama must be displayed in block letters. This means that the letters must be of uniform thickness and must not be slanted or scroll-type. Characters of varying thickness, slanted characters, and scroll-type characters are not acceptable. The numbers must also be of good proportion, with no connecting background unless requested.
Boat registration numbers in Alabama must be at least 3 inches high. This measurement excludes borders. The height of the letters is important to ensure that the numbers are easily readable from a distance. The numbers must also be placed in a location where they can be easily read.
Boat registration numbers in Alabama must be displayed on each side of the vessel. The numbers must be placed within 6 inches before or after and in line with the registration number. This ensures that the numbers are visible from multiple angles. The decals are designed to be easily installed in one strip, but once installed, they become individual pieces.
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The numbers must be of a colour that contrasts with the background of the boat
Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part. For example, AL-1234-AA. The numbers must be of a colour that contrasts with the background of the boat. This means that if the boat is a light colour, the numbers must be dark, and vice versa. The numbers must be displayed on both sides of the bow, and must be at least 3 inches high. They must be block characters, with good proportion, and no other numbers may be displayed in this area. The validation decal must be affixed within 6 inches before or after the registration number, and in line with it on the port and starboard bow.
When registering a boat in Alabama, you may also choose to purchase distinctive vessel registration numbers. This allows you to support various organisations, such as universities, the Breast Cancer Research foundation, the Autism Society, or the National Wild Turkey Foundation, among others. The cost is an additional $50, and the donation is tax-deductible.
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Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel, within six inches before or after the registration number
Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part. For example, the number could be displayed as AL-1234-AA. The numbers must be displayed in BLOCK characters, with a minimum height of 76mm (3 inches), excluding borders. The colour of the numbers must contrast with the background of the boat, so dark on light or light on dark.
The validation decal must be affixed within 152mm (6 inches) before or after the registration number, and in line with it on both the port and starboard bow. This means that the decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel. The decals are designed to be easily installed in one strip, but once installed, they are individual pieces.
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If your vessel is brought into Alabama from another state, a new Alabama number will be issued
Alabama boat registration numbers must be displayed in three parts, with a hyphen or space separating each part. For example, 'AL-1234-AA'. The number must be placed where it can be easily read, and no other numbers may be displayed in this area. The number must be at least 3 inches high and in block letters of a colour that contrasts with the colour of the boat. The numbers must be read from left to right on both sides. Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel, within six inches before or after, and in line with, the registration number.
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Frequently asked questions
Boat registration numbers must be placed on each side of the vessel, within six inches before or after, and in line with the registration number.
The numbers must be displayed in three parts with a hyphen or space separating each part, i.e. AL-1234-AA. They must be in block letters, at least 3 inches high, and of a colour that contrasts with the background of the boat.
Yes, characters of varying thickness, slanted characters, and scroll-type characters are not acceptable.
No, no other numbers may be displayed on either side of the bow.
If your vessel is brought into Alabama from another state, there will be no transfer fee charged, and a new Alabama number will be issued. You must surrender your last state registration.
