Boston, Massachusetts
Boston DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Massachusetts vehicle title transfer office for Boston and Suffolk County. Get your Boston bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket).
Boston Title & Registration Office
Office Name
MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket)
Address
136 Blackstone St, Boston, MA 02109
Phone
(857) 368-8000
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$75.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
6.25%
Special requirements in Suffolk County:
- Complete an RMV-1 (Registration and Title Application) at the RMV
- Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax on purchase price
- Vehicle must pass MA safety and emissions inspection within 7 days of registration
- Title transfer within 10 days of purchase
Notarization in Boston: ✓ Not Required
Massachusetts does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title and RMV-1 form are sufficient.
Documents Required for Boston Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $75.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.25% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Boston Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Boston DMV
- Where is the DMV in Boston, Massachusetts?
- The Boston title office is the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket), located at 136 Blackstone St, Boston, MA 02109. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (857) 368-8000.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Boston?
- The title transfer fee in Suffolk County is $75.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.25%. Massachusetts statewide rate 6.25% — no local vehicle sales tax
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Boston?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $75.00 title fee plus 6.25% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Boston?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the MA RMV – Boston (Haymarket) to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.