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St. Paul, Minnesota Personal Watercraft Bill of Sale

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

St. Paul, MinnesotaPersonal WatercraftPopulation rank #63

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 — Ramsey County

DMV / Title Office

Ramsey County Service Center

Address

90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107

Phone

(651) 266-2600

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$8.25

Sales Tax Rate

6.875%

Base Registration Fee

$35.00

Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Minnesota does not require notarization.

St. Paul Transfer Checklist

  • Title transfer at Ramsey County Service Center within 10 days
  • 6.5% motor vehicle sales tax at transfer
  • Seller must sign title and disclose odometer
  • Registration tax based on vehicle value

County Information — Ramsey County

County Clerk / Recorder

Ramsey County Recorder

Phone

(651) 266-2000

Website

https://www.ramseycounty.us/recorder

Frequently asked questions

What county is St. Paul in, and which office handles title transfers?

St. Paul is in Ramsey County. Title transfers are handled by the Ramsey County Service Center at 90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (651) 266-2600.

What is the sales tax rate on a personal watercraft sale in St. Paul?

The combined rate is 6.875%. Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide.

Is notarization required for a personal watercraft bill of sale in St. Paul?

No. Minnesota does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a personal watercraft title in St. Paul?

Title transfer fee: $8.25. Base registration fee: $35.00. Sales tax at 6.875% is collected at the time of title transfer.