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