If the registration number is the license plate, the HIN is the . Every boat manufactured after 1972 has a unique 12-character HIN.
Letters must be and at least 3 inches high . BOAT NUMBERS
These typically start with a two-letter state code followed by four numbers and two letters (e.g., FL-1234-AB). If the registration number is the license plate,
They must be placed on both sides of the forward half (the bow) of the vessel. Design Rules: BOAT NUMBERS
Usually, these are placed within 3 to 6 inches of the registration number, typically behind it (towards the stern). 3. Hull Identification Number (HIN)