Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for Bakersfield and Kern County. Get your Bakersfield bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the DMV Bakersfield Office.
Bakersfield Title & Registration Office
Office Name
DMV Bakersfield Office
Address
5607 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.25%
Special requirements in Kern County:
- Submit REG 138 within 5 days of sale
- Buyer must transfer title within 10 days
- Smog certificate required for vehicles more than 4 model years old
- Both parties should keep a copy of the bill of sale
Notarization in Bakersfield: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.
Documents Required for Bakersfield Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.25% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Bakersfield Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Bakersfield DMV
- Where is the DMV in Bakersfield, California?
- The Bakersfield title office is the DMV Bakersfield Office, located at 5607 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Bakersfield?
- The title transfer fee in Kern County is $23.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.25%. California state base 7.25% + Kern County 1.0%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Bakersfield?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $23.00 title fee plus 8.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Bakersfield?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the DMV Bakersfield 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.