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Billings, Montana

Billings DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Montana vehicle title transfer office for Billings and Yellowstone County. Get your Billings bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle.

Billings Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle

Address

217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101

Phone

(406) 256-2770

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$12.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

0.00%

Special requirements in Yellowstone County:

  • Title assignment must be notarized
  • No sales tax in Montana
  • Title transfer at the county treasurer office within 10 days
  • Seller must sign title and disclose odometer

Notarization in Billings: ⚠ Required

Montana requires notarization of the title assignment for private party vehicle transfers.

Documents Required for Billings Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale — notarized
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $12.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 0.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Billings DMV

Where is the DMV in Billings, Montana?
The Billings title office is the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle, located at 217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (406) 256-2770.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Billings?
The title transfer fee in Yellowstone County is $12.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 0.00%. Montana has no sales tax. No state or local tax on vehicle purchases.
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Billings?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), a valid photo ID, and payment for the $12.00 title fee plus 0.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Billings?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle 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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