Dearborn, Michigan
Dearborn DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Michigan vehicle title transfer office for Dearborn and Wayne County. Get your Dearborn bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MI Secretary of State – Dearborn Office.
Dearborn Title & Registration Office
Office Name
MI Secretary of State – Dearborn Office
Address
16099 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126
Phone
(888) 767-6424
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
6.00%
Special requirements in Wayne County:
- Title transfer at a Secretary of State office within 15 days
- Michigan 6% use tax on private vehicle purchases
- Seller must sign the title and provide odometer reading
- Buyer must obtain Michigan plates at the time of title transfer
Notarization in Dearborn: ✓ Not Required
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Documents Required for Dearborn Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 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)
Generate a Dearborn Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Dearborn DMV
- Where is the DMV in Dearborn, Michigan?
- The Dearborn title office is the MI Secretary of State – Dearborn Office, located at 16099 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Dearborn?
- The title transfer fee in Wayne County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.00%. Michigan statewide rate 6% — no local vehicle sales tax
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Dearborn?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 6.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Dearborn?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the MI Secretary of State – Dearborn 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.