Durham, North Carolina
Durham DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
North Carolina vehicle title transfer office for Durham and Durham County. Get your Durham bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the NCDMV – Durham Office.
Durham Title & Registration Office
Office Name
NCDMV – Durham Office
Address
3101 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703
Phone
(919) 715-7000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$56.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
3.00%
Special requirements in Durham County:
- 3% HUT (max $2,000)
- Title transfer within 28 days
- Emissions inspection required in Durham County
- Seller must sign title assignment
Notarization in Durham: ✓ Not Required
North Carolina does not require notarization.
Documents Required for Durham Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $56.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 3.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Durham Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Durham DMV
- Where is the DMV in Durham, North Carolina?
- The Durham title office is the NCDMV – Durham Office, located at 3101 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (919) 715-7000.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Durham?
- The title transfer fee in Durham County is $56.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 3.00%. NC Highway Use Tax 3% (capped at $2,000)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Durham?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $56.00 title fee plus 3.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Durham?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the NCDMV – Durham 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.