Both sides
Display the registration number on the forward half of the vessel, on both the port and starboard sides, above the waterline.
Florida boat owners · simple guide
registration numbers, done right.
Understand Florida's boat-number placement, size, spacing and contrast rules before ordering your decals.
3-inch charactersboth sideshigh contrast
$59.99
One complete pair of custom 3-inch marine-vinyl registration decals. Choose the number, font and color online.
FREE U.S. SHIPPING// Florida requirements
six details to check before installation.
Three inches high
Use bold block letters and numbers that are at least 3 inches high and easy to read from left to right.
Strong contrast
Choose a color that clearly contrasts with the hull so the complete number stays visible.
Correct spacing
Separate the letters from the numbers with a hyphen or a space equal to the width of a letter.
Port-side decal
Place the annual validation decal within 6 inches before or after the registration number on the port side.
Keep it readable
Do not place other numbers where they could be confused with the state registration number.
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission boating regulations. Always confirm current requirements with the official agency for your vessel.
// example format
keep every character clear and separated.
FL 1234 AB
This is a format example only. Enter the exact registration assigned to your boat when ordering. Choose a vinyl color that contrasts strongly with your hull color.
// common questions
quick answers for Florida boat owners.
01How tall do Florida boat registration numbers need to be?
Florida requires bold block letters and numbers at least 3 inches high.
02Do registration numbers go on both sides of a boat?
Yes. They are displayed on both sides of the forward half of the vessel, above the waterline.
03Can I use a space instead of a hyphen?
Yes. Florida allows a hyphen or a space between the letters and numbers, with the space equal to the width of a letter.
04Where does the Florida validation decal go?
The annual validation decal is placed on the port side, within 6 inches before or after the registration number.
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