Michigan City, Indiana
Michigan City DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Indiana vehicle title transfer office for Michigan City and Michigan City County. Get your Michigan City bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the BMV License Branch – Michigan City.
Michigan City Title & Registration Office
Office Name
BMV License Branch – Michigan City
Address
Visit https://www.in.gov/bmv for the nearest Michigan City, IN office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.50%
Special requirements in Michigan City County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Indiana title office within the required timeframe
- Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
- 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 Michigan City: ✓ Not Required
Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Michigan City Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.50% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Michigan City Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Michigan City DMV
- Where is the DMV in Michigan City, Indiana?
- The Michigan City title office is the BMV License Branch – Michigan City, located at Visit https://www.in.gov/bmv for the nearest Michigan City, IN office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Michigan City?
- The title transfer fee in Michigan City County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.50%. Indiana state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Michigan City?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 8.50% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Michigan City?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the BMV License Branch – Michigan City to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.