Buffalo, New York
Buffalo DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
New York vehicle title transfer office for Buffalo and Erie County. Get your Buffalo bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Erie County DMV – Buffalo.
Buffalo Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Erie County DMV – Buffalo
Address
1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208
Phone
(716) 858-8864
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$50.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.00%
Special requirements in Erie County:
- Complete MV-912 at the Erie County DMV
- Sales tax at title transfer
- Odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old
- Both parties sign the title
Notarization in Buffalo: ✓ Not Required
New York does not require notarization.
Documents Required for Buffalo Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $50.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Buffalo Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Buffalo DMV
- Where is the DMV in Buffalo, New York?
- The Buffalo title office is the Erie County DMV – Buffalo, located at 1800 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14208. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (716) 858-8864.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Buffalo?
- The title transfer fee in Erie County is $50.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.00%. New York State 4% + Erie County 4%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Buffalo?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $50.00 title fee plus 8.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Buffalo?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Erie County DMV – Buffalo to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.