Forest Lake, Minnesota
Forest Lake DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Minnesota vehicle title transfer office for Forest Lake and Forest Lake County. Get your Forest Lake bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the DVS Deputy Registrar – Forest Lake.
Forest Lake Title & Registration Office
Office Name
DVS Deputy Registrar – Forest Lake
Address
Visit https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs for the nearest Forest Lake, MN office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$8.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.00%
Special requirements in Forest Lake County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Minnesota title office within the required timeframe
- Motor vehicle sales tax applies to all vehicle sales
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Notarization in Forest Lake: ⚠ Required
Minnesota requires notarization of the bill of sale or title assignment for vehicle transfers. Visit a local notary public before submitting documents.
Documents Required for Forest Lake Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale — notarized
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $8.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Forest Lake Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Forest Lake DMV
- Where is the DMV in Forest Lake, Minnesota?
- The Forest Lake title office is the DVS Deputy Registrar – Forest Lake, located at Visit https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs for the nearest Forest Lake, MN office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Forest Lake?
- The title transfer fee in Forest Lake County is $8.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.00%. Minnesota state rate 6.5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Forest Lake?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), a valid photo ID, and payment for the $8.00 title fee plus 8.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Forest Lake?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the DVS Deputy Registrar – Forest Lake to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.