Pasadena, California
Pasadena DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for Pasadena and Los Angeles County. Get your Pasadena bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the California DMV – Pasadena.
Pasadena Title & Registration Office
Office Name
California DMV – Pasadena
Address
49 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
10.25%
Special requirements in Los Angeles County:
- Submit a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (REG 138) to the CA DMV within 5 days of sale
- Seller must sign the title certificate and provide odometer disclosure
- Buyer has 10 days to transfer title; $15 title transfer fee due at DMV
- Smog certificate required for most vehicles older than 4 model years
Notarization in Pasadena: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization for a standard vehicle bill of sale; a REG 135 or written bill of sale with both signatures is sufficient.
Documents Required for Pasadena Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 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 Pasadena Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Pasadena DMV
- Where is the DMV in Pasadena, California?
- The Pasadena title office is the California DMV – Pasadena, located at 49 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107. 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 Pasadena?
- The title transfer fee in Los Angeles County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 10.25%. California state rate 7.25% + LA County/Pasadena district taxes 3.00%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Pasadena?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 10.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Pasadena?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the California DMV – Pasadena to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.