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