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San Buenaventura (Ventura), California

San Buenaventura (Ventura) DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

California vehicle title transfer office for San Buenaventura (Ventura) and Ventura County. Get your San Buenaventura (Ventura) bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the California DMV – San Buenaventura (Ventura).

San Buenaventura (Ventura) Title & Registration Office

Office Name

California DMV – San Buenaventura (Ventura)

Address

5720 Ralston St, Ventura, CA 93003

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

7.75%

Special requirements in Ventura 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 San Buenaventura (Ventura): ✓ 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 San Buenaventura (Ventura) 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: 7.75% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — San Buenaventura (Ventura) DMV

Where is the DMV in San Buenaventura (Ventura), California?
The San Buenaventura (Ventura) title office is the California DMV – San Buenaventura (Ventura), located at 5720 Ralston St, Ventura, CA 93003. 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 San Buenaventura (Ventura)?
The title transfer fee in Ventura County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.75%. California state rate 7.25% + Ventura County district taxes 0.50%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in San Buenaventura (Ventura)?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 7.75% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in San Buenaventura (Ventura)?
A signed bill of sale is required by the California DMV – San Buenaventura (Ventura) to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.

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