Sanford, Maine
Sanford DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Maine vehicle title transfer office for Sanford and Sanford County. Get your Sanford bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the BMV – Sanford.
Sanford Title & Registration Office
Office Name
BMV – Sanford
Address
Visit https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv for the nearest Sanford, ME office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$33.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.00%
Special requirements in Sanford County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Maine 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 Sanford: ✓ Not Required
Maine does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Sanford 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: 7.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Sanford Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Sanford DMV
- Where is the DMV in Sanford, Maine?
- The Sanford title office is the BMV – Sanford, located at Visit https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv for the nearest Sanford, ME office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Sanford?
- The title transfer fee in Sanford County is $33.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.00%. Maine state rate 5.5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Sanford?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $33.00 title fee plus 7.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Sanford?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the BMV – Sanford to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.