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Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Hattiesburg DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Mississippi vehicle title transfer office for Hattiesburg and Forrest County. Get your Hattiesburg bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Forrest County Tax Collector.

Hattiesburg Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Forrest County Tax Collector

Address

630 Main St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Phone

(601) 545-6053

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$9.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

5.00%

Special requirements in Forrest County:

  • Title transfer at Forrest County Tax Collector within 30 days
  • 5% use tax applies
  • Seller must sign title assignment
  • Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old

Notarization in Hattiesburg: ✓ Not Required

Mississippi does not require notarization.

Documents Required for Hattiesburg Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $9.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 5.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Hattiesburg DMV

Where is the DMV in Hattiesburg, Mississippi?
The Hattiesburg title office is the Forrest County Tax Collector, located at 630 Main St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (601) 545-6053.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Hattiesburg?
The title transfer fee in Forrest County is $9.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 5.00%. Mississippi 5% use tax on private vehicle purchases
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Hattiesburg?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $9.00 title fee plus 5.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Hattiesburg?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Forrest County Tax Collector 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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