San Diego, California
San Diego DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for San Diego and San Diego County. Get your San Diego bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office.
San Diego Title & Registration Office
Office Name
DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office
Address
4375 Derrick Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
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 San Diego County:
- Submit Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (REG 138) to CA DMV within 5 days of sale
- Seller signs title over to buyer; buyer has 10 days to transfer title at DMV
- Smog certificate required for most vehicles older than 4 model years
- Report of Sale form (REG 343) available as alternative to written bill of sale
Notarization in San Diego: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization. Seller must sign the title and submit a Notice of Transfer (REG 138) within 5 days of sale.
Documents Required for San Diego 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)
Generate a San Diego Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — San Diego DMV
- Where is the DMV in San Diego, California?
- The San Diego title office is the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa Office, located at 4375 Derrick Dr, San Diego, CA 92117. 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 Diego?
- The title transfer fee in San Diego County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.75%. California state base 7.25% + San Diego County district tax 0.50%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in San Diego?
- 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 Diego?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the DMV San Diego – Clairemont Mesa 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.