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Outboard Boat Permit?

Marc - 8-4-2013 at 09:13 AM

I am leaving my Kayaks behind and transporting a 12 foot "Porta Bote" on roof. It's powered by an outboard and registered in California.
Do I need to register this thing or obtain a permit for use in Baja??

larryC - 8-4-2013 at 09:36 AM

As far as I know, boat permits are no longer required in Mexico.
Larry

Pacifico - 8-4-2013 at 09:41 AM

No, it is under the required length for a permit. I take it that you are referring to the boat importation permit, not the no longer required boat permit. Either way, you are good to go!

boe4fun - 8-4-2013 at 09:59 AM

The TIP (Temporary Import Permit) is required only if the boat you're taking down is larger than (I believe) 16' so no worries about any watercraft smaller than that.

RnR - 8-4-2013 at 10:29 AM

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Originally posted by boe4fun
The TIP (Temporary Import Permit) is required only if the boat you're taking down is larger than (I believe) 16' so no worries about any watercraft smaller than that.


TIP limit is 4.5 meters. (14 ft - 9 in)

Bob and Susan - 8-4-2013 at 10:41 AM

for a "porta-boat" all you need is "life insurance" for your WIFE!!!

dangerous things

Marc - 8-4-2013 at 01:20 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Bob and Susan
for a "porta-boat" all you need is "life insurance" for your WIFE!!!

dangerous things


I'll drop by if I can make it that far.:D
http://www.porta-bote.com/index.php

[Edited on 8-4-2013 by Marc]

Alm - 8-7-2013 at 05:33 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by RnR
Quote:
Originally posted by boe4fun
The TIP (Temporary Import Permit) is required only if the boat you're taking down is larger than (I believe) 16' so no worries about any watercraft smaller than that.


TIP limit is 4.5 meters. (14 ft - 9 in)

This would mean - most kayaks and canoes would require TIP, unless you import it and pay tax. Though I haven't heard of many kayakers/canoeists paying tax. With today's gas prices, a lot of people switched to square stern canoe that carry a small outboard, up to 10-15 HP, and those are usually over 15ft. Probably Mex customs haven't caught up with the trend yet.

[Edited on 8-8-2013 by Alm]

dizzyspots - 2-6-2014 at 09:01 PM

So...discoverbaja and bajabound both confirm that NO tip required for vehicles in Baja or the :Sonora: zone...does this apply to boats over 18ft as well...OR do boats still need a tip in Baja

headed south again in April...never been asked for one in the past

55steve - 2-7-2014 at 12:36 AM

Lot's of info on this subject lately - everything I've read states that a TIP is required for all vessels over 4.5 meters. Good news is the TIP only costs $50 and is good for 10 years.
Quote:
Originally posted by dizzyspots
So...discoverbaja and bajabound both confirm that NO tip required for vehicles in Baja or the :Sonora: zone...does this apply to boats over 18ft as well...OR do boats still need a tip in Baja

headed south again in April...never been asked for one in the past