Dothan, Alabama
Dothan DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Alabama vehicle title transfer office for Dothan and Houston County. Get your Dothan bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Houston County License Office.
Dothan Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Houston County License Office
Address
462 N Oates St, Dothan, AL 36303
Phone
(334) 677-4747
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$18.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
9.00%
Special requirements in Houston County:
- Transfer title at the Houston County License Office within 20 days
- Alabama sales tax collected at time of title transfer
- Seller must sign the title assignment
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old
Notarization in Dothan: ✓ Not Required
Alabama does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Dothan 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: 9.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
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FAQ — Dothan DMV
- Where is the DMV in Dothan, Alabama?
- The Dothan title office is the Houston County License Office, located at 462 N Oates St, Dothan, AL 36303. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (334) 677-4747.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Dothan?
- The title transfer fee in Houston County is $18.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 9.00%. Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Houston County 2% + Dothan city 5%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Dothan?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $18.00 title fee plus 9.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Dothan?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Houston County License Office to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.