Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Ohio vehicle title transfer office for Cincinnati and Hamilton County. Get your Cincinnati bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Hamilton County BMV – Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Hamilton County BMV – Cincinnati
Address
1000 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone
(513) 946-4010
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.80%
Special requirements in Hamilton County:
- Title transfer at Hamilton County Auto Title
- Sales tax at title transfer
- Odometer disclosure required
- Buyer must get plates before driving
Notarization in Cincinnati: ✓ Not Required
Ohio does not require notarization.
Documents Required for Cincinnati Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.80% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
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FAQ — Cincinnati DMV
- Where is the DMV in Cincinnati, Ohio?
- The Cincinnati title office is the Hamilton County BMV – Cincinnati, located at 1000 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (513) 946-4010.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Cincinnati?
- The title transfer fee in Hamilton County is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.80%. Ohio state 5.75% + Hamilton County 2.05% (1.5% permissive + 0.3% transit + 0.25%)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Cincinnati?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 7.80% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Cincinnati?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Hamilton County BMV – Cincinnati to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.