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Grand Forks, North Dakota

Grand Forks DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

North Dakota vehicle title transfer office for Grand Forks and Grand Forks County. Get your Grand Forks bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the ND DOT – Grand Forks Office.

Grand Forks Title & Registration Office

Office Name

ND DOT – Grand Forks Office

Address

151 S 4th St, Suite 200, Grand Forks, ND 58201

Phone

(701) 328-2725

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$5.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

5.50%

Special requirements in Grand Forks County:

  • Title transfer at Grand Forks County Recorder within 30 days
  • 5% excise tax
  • Seller must sign title
  • Odometer disclosure required

Notarization in Grand Forks: ✓ Not Required

North Dakota does not require notarization.

Documents Required for Grand Forks Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $5.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 5.50% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Grand Forks DMV

Where is the DMV in Grand Forks, North Dakota?
The Grand Forks title office is the ND DOT – Grand Forks Office, located at 151 S 4th St, Suite 200, Grand Forks, ND 58201. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (701) 328-2725.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Grand Forks?
The title transfer fee in Grand Forks County is $5.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 5.50%. ND state 5% excise tax + Grand Forks city 0.5%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Grand Forks?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $5.00 title fee plus 5.50% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Grand Forks?
A signed bill of sale is required by the ND DOT – Grand Forks 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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