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Evansville, Indiana Personal Watercraft Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a personal watercraft in Evansville, Indiana. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Evansville, IndianaPersonal WatercraftPopulation rank #258

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Personal Watercraft VIN and vehicle details
  • Sale price and date
  • Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — Vanderburgh County

DMV / Title Office

Indiana BMV – Evansville Branch

Address

820 N Green River Rd, Evansville, IN 47715

Phone

(888) 692-6841

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Base Registration Fee

$21.35

Indiana flat statewide rate 7%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Evansville Transfer Checklist

  • Complete State Form 44237 at the BMV
  • Title transfer within 45 days
  • 7% sales tax collected at BMV
  • Seller must sign title assignment and disclose odometer reading

County Information — Vanderburgh County

County Clerk / Recorder

Vanderburgh County Clerk

Phone

(812) 435-5160

Website

https://www.vanderburghgov.org/clerk

Frequently asked questions

What county is Evansville in, and which office handles title transfers?

Evansville is in Vanderburgh County. Title transfers are handled by the Indiana BMV – Evansville Branch at 820 N Green River Rd, Evansville, IN 47715. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (888) 692-6841.

What is the sales tax rate on a personal watercraft sale in Evansville?

The combined rate is 7.00%. Indiana flat statewide rate 7%.

Is notarization required for a personal watercraft bill of sale in Evansville?

No. Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

What fees should I expect when transferring a personal watercraft title in Evansville?

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $21.35. Sales tax at 7.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.