Supporting documents, original signatures and payment must accompany this form for processing.
Outboard motor: to title an outboard motor, use Outboard Motor Application (PWD 144).
Out-of-state title: if the vessel is titled in another state, you must submit the original out-of-state title with this application.
Section O: seller(s), previous owner(s), or lawful representative: original signatures are required, copies will not be accepted.
Identification: identification information (ID number and Date of Birth, or EIN) is required by federal law.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form PWD 143 |
| Form Length | 4 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 181 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 31 min |
| Edition | 9/25 |
| Issuing agency | Texas Parks and Wildlife Department |
| Where to submit | TPWD Headquarters in Austin, a TPWD local law enforcement office, or a participating County Tax Assessor-Collector office |
| Matches the agency's file | Yes, checked October 1, 2026 |
| Other names | PWD 143, PWD143, Form PWD 143, TPWD 143, Vessel/Boat Application |
| Official source | Form PWD 143 (Rev 9/25), Texas Parks and Wildlife Department |
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