Newark, New Jersey
Newark DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
New Jersey vehicle title transfer office for Newark and Essex County. Get your Newark bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the NJ MVC – Newark Agency.
Newark Title & Registration Office
Office Name
NJ MVC – Newark Agency
Address
228 Frelinghuysen Ave, Newark, NJ 07114
Phone
(609) 292-6500
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$60.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
6.625%
Special requirements in Essex County:
- Title transfer at an NJ MVC agency
- New Jersey 6.625% sales tax on private vehicle purchases
- Vehicle must pass NJ inspection before registration
- Seller must sign the title assignment
Notarization in Newark: ✓ Not Required
New Jersey does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.
Documents Required for Newark Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $60.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.625% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Newark Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Newark DMV
- Where is the DMV in Newark, New Jersey?
- The Newark title office is the NJ MVC – Newark Agency, located at 228 Frelinghuysen Ave, Newark, NJ 07114. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (609) 292-6500.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Newark?
- The title transfer fee in Essex County is $60.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.625%. New Jersey statewide rate 6.625% — no local vehicle sales tax
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Newark?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $60.00 title fee plus 6.625% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Newark?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the NJ MVC – Newark Agency to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.