Boating Registration

Photos of various boat types with the Rhode Island Outdoors logo

RI Boat Registration Renewals

Rhode Island Boat, ATV, and Snowmobile registrations have moved to the Rhode Island Outdoors (RIO). You can use the system to renew your registration and request duplicate decals. This fully web-based system is part of DEM’s ongoing efforts to improve customer service and streamline our processes. Note: All new boat registrations can only be obtained through DEM’s Boating and Licensing Office.  

2025-2027 Boat/ATV/Snowmobile Registration Renewal Customers 

To start the renewal process online, you first need to request your new RIO Customer Number. This number is required to access your registration renewal information. To get started, please fill out our request form and all the information needed to log into the system for the first time will be sent to your email. You will only need to do this step the first time you log into the system. If you have any questions or encounter issues, please view the FAQs below, follow the step-by-step instructions for using the system, or request Help via Online Form at 401-831-8099, weekdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

 

2025-2027 Renewals: Get RIO Customer Number

 

Rhode Island Outdoors FAQs

Moving boat registrations into the RIO system is part of DEM's ongoing efforts to improve customer service and streamline processes. will reduce the time the public spends submitting applications and the time DEM staff needs to receive and issue them, allowing boaters a faster and easier registration process that is business-friendly and compliant with regulations.

The legacy boat registration system did not collect the same customer information as the RIO system. DEM has issued new, unique customer account numbers for boat registrations to ensure the privacy and accuracy of customer account information. To obtain your RIO number, please submit the request form using the link above.

Yes. Boat/ATV/Snowmobile registrations are separate from existing RIO accounts. The legacy boat registration system did not collect the same customer information as the RIO system. To ensure privacy and accuracy of customer accounts, DEM has issued new, unique customer account numbers for boat registrations. This means customers with existing RIO accounts for hunting and fishing will have a login and account for boat registrations separate and unique from their existing one.

No. Currently, all boating registration accounts are separate and unique from the hunting and fishing accounts.

New hunting and fishing licenses can be obtained in person at DEM's Boating and Licensing Office or authorized sales agents. You should create a new account ONLY if you have not held a Rhode Island hunting or fishing license since 2018. 

Customers with existing RIO accounts for hunting and fishing should continue to use their existing RIO log in.

Renewals can be completed by a single owner in the RIO system and will be reflected in all unique customer accounts tied to the boat.

No. Customers must renew boat registration using https://rio.ri.gov or by going in person to DEM’s Boating and Licensing Office. All new boat registrations can only be obtained through DEM’s Boating and Licensing Office.  

Duplicate Boat Registration & Decals can be requested through the online renewal portal at https://rio.ri.gov 

  • Duplicate registration card $5.00
  • Duplicate set of decals $2.00

You can also visit the DEM’s Boating and Licensing Office, weekdays from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. (directions)

 

New RI Boat Registrations

Application Forms and Guidance Materials

Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Getting a New RI Boat Registration

Boating-Related Quick Links

 

Help with the RIO System

Technical Questions for Online Purchases:
Request Help via Online Form
401-831-8099, M-F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Contact Boat Registration & Licenses

Office Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Room 360, 235 Promenade Street, Providence, RI 02908
(401) 222-6647 (Boating)
(401) 222-3576 (Licenses for Hunting, Fishing, Shellfishing)