Lake Forest, Illinois
Lake Forest DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Illinois vehicle title transfer office for Lake Forest and Lake Forest County. Get your Lake Forest bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the IL Secretary of State Facility – Lake Forest.
Lake Forest Title & Registration Office
Office Name
IL Secretary of State Facility – Lake Forest
Address
Visit https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles for the nearest Lake Forest, IL office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$150.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.75%
Special requirements in Lake Forest County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Illinois title office within the required timeframe
- Private vehicle use tax applies based on purchase price bracket
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Notarization in Lake Forest: ✓ Not Required
Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Lake Forest 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: 7.75% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Lake Forest Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Lake Forest DMV
- Where is the DMV in Lake Forest, Illinois?
- The Lake Forest title office is the IL Secretary of State Facility – Lake Forest, located at Visit https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/vehicles for the nearest Lake Forest, IL office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Lake Forest?
- The title transfer fee in Lake Forest County is $150.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.75%. Illinois state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Lake Forest?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $150.00 title fee plus 7.75% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Lake Forest?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the IL Secretary of State Facility – Lake Forest to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.