Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Iowa vehicle title transfer office for Iowa City and Johnson County. Get your Iowa City bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Johnson County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle.
Iowa City Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Johnson County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle
Address
913 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone
(319) 356-6090
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$25.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
5.00%
Special requirements in Johnson County:
- Title transfer at the Johnson County Treasurer office within 30 days
- Iowa 5% use tax at title transfer
- Seller must sign title and disclose odometer
- Both parties should keep a bill of sale copy
Notarization in Iowa City: ✓ Not Required
Iowa does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Iowa City Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $25.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 5.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Iowa City Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Iowa City DMV
- Where is the DMV in Iowa City, Iowa?
- The Iowa City title office is the Johnson County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle, located at 913 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (319) 356-6090.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Iowa City?
- The title transfer fee in Johnson County is $25.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 5.00%. Iowa 5% use tax on private vehicle sales
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Iowa City?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $25.00 title fee plus 5.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Iowa City?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Johnson County Treasurer – Motor Vehicle to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.