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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)

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.

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