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Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Bethlehem DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Pennsylvania vehicle title transfer office for Bethlehem and Northampton County. Get your Bethlehem bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the PennDOT – Bethlehem Driver & Vehicle Services.

Bethlehem Title & Registration Office

Office Name

PennDOT – Bethlehem Driver & Vehicle Services

Address

131 W 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Phone

(717) 412-5300

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:15 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$53.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

6.00%

Special requirements in Northampton County:

  • Complete MV-4ST (Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Return/Application for Registration) when titling
  • Title must be transferred within 20 days to avoid late fee
  • Odometer mileage disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old
  • PA sales tax collected at registration

Notarization in Bethlehem: ✓ Not Required

Pennsylvania does not require notarization for a private vehicle sale.

Documents Required for Bethlehem Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $53.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — Bethlehem DMV

Where is the DMV in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania?
The Bethlehem title office is the PennDOT – Bethlehem Driver & Vehicle Services, located at 131 W 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:15 PM. Phone: (717) 412-5300.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Bethlehem?
The title transfer fee in Northampton County is $53.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.00%. Pennsylvania statewide vehicle sales tax 6% — no additional local vehicle tax in Northampton County
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Bethlehem?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $53.00 title fee plus 6.00% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Bethlehem?
A signed bill of sale is required by the PennDOT – Bethlehem Driver & Vehicle Services 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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