No. The boat bill of sale is the prerequisite for obtaining the title. A title for the boat is the certification of ownership as seen by the government. The boat bill of sale is proof of transfer and must be signed before a title is given. The title is not required in all states. The title is to prove legal possession of the boat in the event of theft. A state may require the boat to be titled depending on the size, horsepower, or type of boat. No matter the reason, the boat bill of sale is required to title.