Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Florida vehicle title transfer office for Gainesville and Alachua County. Get your Gainesville bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Alachua County Tax Collector – Main Office.
Gainesville Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Alachua County Tax Collector – Main Office
Address
12 SE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601
Phone
(352) 374-5236
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$75.25
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.50%
Special requirements in Alachua County:
- Complete HSMV 82040 at the Alachua County Tax Collector
- Florida 6% + Alachua County 1.5% surtax collected at title transfer
- Title must be transferred within 30 days
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old
Notarization in Gainesville: ✓ Not Required
Florida does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Gainesville Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $75.25
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.50% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Gainesville Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Gainesville DMV
- Where is the DMV in Gainesville, Florida?
- The Gainesville title office is the Alachua County Tax Collector – Main Office, located at 12 SE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (352) 374-5236.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Gainesville?
- The title transfer fee in Alachua County is $75.25. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.50%. Florida state rate 6% + Alachua County discretionary surtax 1.5%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Gainesville?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $75.25 title fee plus 7.50% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Gainesville?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Alachua County Tax Collector – Main 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.