Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Alabama vehicle title transfer office for Birmingham and Jefferson County. Get your Birmingham bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Jefferson County Revenue – License Division.
Birmingham Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Jefferson County Revenue – License Division
Address
716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone
(205) 325-5300
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$18.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
10.00%
Special requirements in Jefferson County:
- Complete a title application at the Jefferson County Revenue office
- Alabama charges a 2% state sales tax on vehicles plus local county/city taxes
- Title must be transferred within 20 days of purchase
- Buyer must obtain an Alabama tag and registration at the county revenue office
Notarization in Birmingham: ✓ Not Required
Alabama does not require notarization for a private vehicle bill of sale. Buyer and seller signatures with a completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Birmingham Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $18.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 10.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Birmingham Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Birmingham DMV
- Where is the DMV in Birmingham, Alabama?
- The Birmingham title office is the Jefferson County Revenue – License Division, located at 716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (205) 325-5300.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Birmingham?
- The title transfer fee in Jefferson County is $18.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 10.00%. Alabama state rate 2% (on vehicles) + Jefferson County 3% + Birmingham city 5%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Birmingham?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $18.00 title fee plus 10.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Birmingham?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Jefferson County Revenue – License Division to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.