El Cerrito, California
El Cerrito DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for El Cerrito and El Cerrito County. Get your El Cerrito bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the California DMV – El Cerrito.
El Cerrito Title & Registration Office
Office Name
California DMV – El Cerrito
Address
Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito: ✓ 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — El Cerrito DMV
- Where is the DMV in El Cerrito, California?
- The El Cerrito title office is the California DMV – El Cerrito, located at Visit https://www.dmv.ca.gov for the nearest El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito?
- The title transfer fee in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito?
- 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 El Cerrito?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the California DMV – El Cerrito to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.