Stockton, California
Stockton DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
California vehicle title transfer office for Stockton and San Joaquin County. Get your Stockton bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the DMV Stockton Office.
Stockton Title & Registration Office
Office Name
DMV Stockton Office
Address
520 N Wilson Way, Stockton, CA 95205
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
9.00%
Special requirements in San Joaquin County:
- Submit REG 138 within 5 days of sale
- Buyer must transfer title within 10 days
- Smog certificate required for vehicles more than 4 model years old
- Both parties should keep a copy of the bill of sale
Notarization in Stockton: ✓ Not Required
California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.
Documents Required for Stockton 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: 9.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Stockton Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Stockton DMV
- Where is the DMV in Stockton, California?
- The Stockton title office is the DMV Stockton Office, located at 520 N Wilson Way, Stockton, CA 95205. 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 Stockton?
- The title transfer fee in San Joaquin County is $23.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 9.00%. California state base 7.25% + San Joaquin County 0.75% + Stockton city 1.0%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Stockton?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $23.00 title fee plus 9.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Stockton?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the DMV Stockton 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.