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Palm Bay, Florida

Palm Bay DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Florida vehicle title transfer office for Palm Bay and Brevard County. Get your Palm Bay bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Brevard County Tax Collector – Palm Bay.

Palm Bay Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Brevard County Tax Collector – Palm Bay

Address

1502 Port Malabar Blvd NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

Phone

(321) 355-5000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$75.25

Vehicle Sales Tax

7.00%

Special requirements in Brevard County:

  • Complete HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title) at the Brevard County Tax Collector
  • Florida sales tax + county discretionary surtax paid at time of title transfer
  • Title must be transferred within 30 days of purchase
  • Odometer disclosure required on the title for vehicles under 10 years old

Notarization in Palm Bay: ✓ Not Required

Florida does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the title are sufficient.

Documents Required for Palm Bay 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: 7.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Palm Bay DMV

Where is the DMV in Palm Bay, Florida?
The Palm Bay title office is the Brevard County Tax Collector – Palm Bay, located at 1502 Port Malabar Blvd NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (321) 355-5000.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Palm Bay?
The title transfer fee in Brevard County is $75.25. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.00%. Florida state rate 6% + Brevard County discretionary surtax 1%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Palm Bay?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $75.25 title fee plus 7.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Palm Bay?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Brevard County Tax Collector – Palm Bay 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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