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Topeka, Kansas

Topeka DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Kansas vehicle title transfer office for Topeka and Shawnee County. Get your Topeka bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Shawnee County Tag Office.

Topeka Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Shawnee County Tag Office

Address

1515 NW Saline St, Topeka, KS 66618

Phone

(785) 233-8200

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$10.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

9.35%

Special requirements in Shawnee County:

  • Title transfer at the Shawnee County Tag Office within 60 days
  • Kansas sales tax collected at time of title transfer
  • Personal property tax must be paid
  • Seller must sign title and provide odometer disclosure

Notarization in Topeka: ✓ Not Required

Kansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Documents Required for Topeka Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $10.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.35% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Topeka DMV

Where is the DMV in Topeka, Kansas?
The Topeka title office is the Shawnee County Tag Office, located at 1515 NW Saline St, Topeka, KS 66618. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (785) 233-8200.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Topeka?
The title transfer fee in Shawnee County is $10.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 9.35%. Kansas state rate 6.5% + Shawnee County 1.35% + Topeka city 1.5%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Topeka?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $10.00 title fee plus 9.35% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Topeka?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Shawnee County Tag 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.

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