Oakland, California
Oakland DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for Oakland and Alameda County. Get your Oakland bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the DMV Oakland – Claremont Office.
Oakland Title & Registration Office
Office Name
DMV Oakland – Claremont Office
Address
5300 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
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
10.25%
Special requirements in Alameda 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 Oakland: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.
Documents Required for Oakland 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: 10.25% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Oakland Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Oakland DMV
- Where is the DMV in Oakland, California?
- The Oakland title office is the DMV Oakland – Claremont Office, located at 5300 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618. 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 Oakland?
- The title transfer fee in Alameda County is $23.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 10.25%. California state base 7.25% + Alameda County 1.5% + Oakland city 1.5%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Oakland?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $23.00 title fee plus 10.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Oakland?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the DMV Oakland – Claremont 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.