Chicago, Illinois
Chicago DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Illinois vehicle title transfer office for Chicago and Cook County. Get your Chicago bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office.
Chicago Title & Registration Office
Office Name
IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office
Address
5401 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
Phone
(312) 793-1010
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$150.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
10.25%
Special requirements in Cook County:
- Complete a VSD 190 (Vehicle/Vessel Use Tax Transaction Return) at the Secretary of State office
- Illinois charges a private-party vehicle use tax starting at $25 for vehicles $15,000 and under
- Title must be transferred within 20 days of purchase
- Emissions testing required in Cook County for most vehicles
Notarization in Chicago: ✓ Not Required
Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Documents Required for Chicago Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $150.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 10.25% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
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FAQ — Chicago DMV
- Where is the DMV in Chicago, Illinois?
- The Chicago title office is the IL Secretary of State – Chicago West Office, located at 5401 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (312) 793-1010.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Chicago?
- The title transfer fee in Cook County is $150.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 10.25%. Illinois state rate 6.25% + Cook County 1.75% + Chicago city 1.25% + RTA 1.0%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Chicago?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $150.00 title fee plus 10.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Chicago?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the IL Secretary of State – Chicago West 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.