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Arvada, Colorado

Arvada DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Colorado vehicle title transfer office for Arvada and Jefferson County. Get your Arvada bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle.

Arvada Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Jefferson County Motor Vehicle

Address

100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419

Phone

(303) 271-8100

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$7.20

Vehicle Sales Tax

8.28%

Special requirements in Jefferson County:

  • Title must be transferred at the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle office within 60 days
  • Emissions testing required in the Denver metro area
  • Buyer pays sales/use tax at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle specific ownership tax assessed annually

Notarization in Arvada: ✓ Not Required

Colorado does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Documents Required for Arvada Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $7.20
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.28% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Arvada DMV

Where is the DMV in Arvada, Colorado?
The Arvada title office is the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle, located at 100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (303) 271-8100.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Arvada?
The title transfer fee in Jefferson County is $7.20. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.28%. Colorado state rate 2.9% + Jefferson County 0.5% + Arvada city 3.46% + RTD 1.0% + cultural 0.1%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Arvada?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $7.20 title fee plus 8.28% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Arvada?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Jefferson County Motor Vehicle 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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