Independence, Missouri
Independence DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Missouri vehicle title transfer office for Independence and Jackson County. Get your Independence bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the MO DOR License Office – Independence.
Independence Title & Registration Office
Office Name
MO DOR License Office – Independence
Address
17712 E 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055
Phone
(573) 526-3669
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$11.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.85%
Special requirements in Jackson County:
- Title assignment must be notarized
- Title transfer within 30 days
- Sales tax collected at title transfer
- Vehicle safety inspection required
Notarization in Independence: ⚠ Required
Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment.
Documents Required for Independence Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale — notarized
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $11.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.85% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Independence Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Independence DMV
- Where is the DMV in Independence, Missouri?
- The Independence title office is the MO DOR License Office – Independence, located at 17712 E 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (573) 526-3669.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Independence?
- The title transfer fee in Jackson County is $11.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.85%. Missouri state rate 4.225% + Jackson County 1.625% + Independence city 3.0%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Independence?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), a valid photo ID, and payment for the $11.00 title fee plus 8.85% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Independence?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the MO DOR License Office – Independence to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.