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Bangor, Maine

Bangor DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Maine vehicle title transfer office for Bangor and Penobscot County. Get your Bangor bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Maine BMV – Bangor Branch.

Bangor Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Maine BMV – Bangor Branch

Address

436 Odlin Rd, Bangor, ME 04401

Phone

(207) 624-9000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$33.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

5.50%

Special requirements in Penobscot County:

  • Bill of sale required for all vehicle transfers
  • Title transfer within 30 days
  • 5.5% sales tax collected at registration
  • Seller must sign title and disclose odometer

Notarization in Bangor: ✓ Not Required

Maine does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Documents Required for Bangor Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $33.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 5.50% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Bangor DMV

Where is the DMV in Bangor, Maine?
The Bangor title office is the Maine BMV – Bangor Branch, located at 436 Odlin Rd, Bangor, ME 04401. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (207) 624-9000.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Bangor?
The title transfer fee in Penobscot County is $33.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 5.50%. Maine statewide rate 5.5%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Bangor?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $33.00 title fee plus 5.50% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Bangor?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Maine BMV – Bangor Branch 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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