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Farmington Hills, Michigan

Farmington Hills DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Michigan vehicle title transfer office for Farmington Hills and Oakland County. Get your Farmington Hills bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills Office.

Farmington Hills Title & Registration Office

Office Name

MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills Office

Address

34000 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336

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 Oakland 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 Farmington Hills: ✓ Not Required

Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

Documents Required for Farmington Hills 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 — Farmington Hills DMV

Where is the DMV in Farmington Hills, Michigan?
The Farmington Hills title office is the MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills Office, located at 34000 W 10 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Farmington Hills?
The title transfer fee in Oakland 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 Farmington Hills?
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 Farmington Hills?
A signed bill of sale is required by the MI Secretary of State – Farmington Hills 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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