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Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Maryland vehicle title transfer office for Baltimore and Baltimore City (Independent). Get your Baltimore bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MD MVA – Baltimore City.

Baltimore Title & Registration Office

Office Name

MD MVA – Baltimore City

Address

6601 Ritchie Hwy NE, Glen Burnie, MD 21062

Phone

(410) 768-7000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$100.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

6.00%

Special requirements in Baltimore City (Independent):

  • Title assignment must be notarized in Maryland
  • Title transfer at an MVA office within 60 days
  • Maryland 6% excise tax collected at title transfer
  • Vehicle must pass Maryland safety inspection

Notarization in Baltimore: ⚠ Required

Maryland requires notarization of the title assignment for private party vehicle transfers.

Documents Required for Baltimore Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale — notarized
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $100.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Baltimore DMV

Where is the DMV in Baltimore, Maryland?
The Baltimore title office is the MD MVA – Baltimore City, located at 6601 Ritchie Hwy NE, Glen Burnie, MD 21062. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (410) 768-7000.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Baltimore?
The title transfer fee in Baltimore City (Independent) is $100.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.00%. Maryland statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Baltimore?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), a valid photo ID, and payment for the $100.00 title fee plus 6.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Baltimore?
A signed bill of sale is required by the MD MVA – Baltimore 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.

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