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Las Cruces, New Mexico

Las Cruces DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

New Mexico vehicle title transfer office for Las Cruces and Dona Ana County. Get your Las Cruces bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office.

Las Cruces Title & Registration Office

Office Name

NM MVD – Las Cruces Office

Address

505 S Main St, Suite 155, Las Cruces, NM 88001

Phone

(888) 683-4636

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$8.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

8.3125%

Special requirements in Dona Ana County:

  • Title transfer at MVD within 30 days
  • GRT applies to vehicle purchases
  • Seller must sign title
  • No emissions testing required in Dona Ana County

Notarization in Las Cruces: ✓ Not Required

New Mexico does not require notarization.

Documents Required for Las Cruces Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $8.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.3125% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Las Cruces DMV

Where is the DMV in Las Cruces, New Mexico?
The Las Cruces title office is the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office, located at 505 S Main St, Suite 155, Las Cruces, NM 88001. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (888) 683-4636.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Las Cruces?
The title transfer fee in Dona Ana County is $8.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.3125%. New Mexico GRT state 5.125% + Dona Ana County/Las Cruces 3.1875%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Las Cruces?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $8.00 title fee plus 8.3125% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Las Cruces?
A signed bill of sale is required by the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office 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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