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Charleston, South Carolina Personal Watercraft Bill of Sale

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

Charleston, South CarolinaPersonal WatercraftPopulation rank #164

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 — Charleston County

DMV / Title Office

SC SCDMV – Charleston Office

Address

3790 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405

Phone

(803) 896-5000

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.00%

Base Registration Fee

$40.00

South Carolina Infrastructure Maintenance Trust Fund (IMF) fee: $500 max on vehicle purchases instead of regular sales tax

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

South Carolina does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Charleston Transfer Checklist

  • SC charges a $500 max IMF fee instead of standard sales tax on vehicles
  • Title transfer at SCDMV within 45 days
  • Seller must sign the title assignment
  • Vehicle property tax paid to Charleston County at time of registration

County Information — Charleston County

County Clerk / Recorder

Charleston County Clerk of Court

Phone

(843) 958-5000

Website

https://www.charlestoncounty.org/departments/clerk-of-court

Frequently asked questions

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

Charleston is in Charleston County. Title transfers are handled by the SC SCDMV – Charleston Office at 3790 Leeds Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (803) 896-5000.

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

The combined rate is 9.00%. South Carolina Infrastructure Maintenance Trust Fund (IMF) fee: $500 max on vehicle purchases instead of regular sales tax.

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

No. South Carolina does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

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

Title transfer fee: $15.00. Base registration fee: $40.00. Sales tax at 9.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.