Ceres, California
Ceres DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for Ceres and Ceres County. Get your Ceres bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the California DMV – Ceres.
Ceres Title & Registration Office
Office Name
California DMV – Ceres
Address
Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest Ceres, CA office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.75%
Special requirements in Ceres County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local California title office within the required timeframe
- Use tax applies to private party purchases at the same rate
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Notarization in Ceres: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Ceres 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: 8.75% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Ceres Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Ceres DMV
- Where is the DMV in Ceres, California?
- The Ceres title office is the California DMV – Ceres, located at Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest Ceres, CA office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Ceres?
- The title transfer fee in Ceres County is $23.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.75%. California state rate 7.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Ceres?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $23.00 title fee plus 8.75% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Ceres?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the California DMV – Ceres to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.