Chester, Pennsylvania
Chester DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Pennsylvania vehicle title transfer office for Chester and Chester County. Get your Chester bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the PennDOT Driver License Center – Chester.
Chester Title & Registration Office
Office Name
PennDOT Driver License Center – Chester
Address
Visit https://www.dmv.pa.gov for the nearest Chester, PA office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:15 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$58.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.50%
Special requirements in Chester County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Pennsylvania title office within the required timeframe
- Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
- Both buyer and seller should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of insurance
Notarization in Chester: ⚠ Required
Pennsylvania requires notarization of the bill of sale or title assignment for vehicle transfers. Visit a local notary public before submitting documents.
Documents Required for Chester Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale — notarized
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $58.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.50% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Chester Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Chester DMV
- Where is the DMV in Chester, Pennsylvania?
- The Chester title office is the PennDOT Driver License Center – Chester, located at Visit https://www.dmv.pa.gov for the nearest Chester, PA office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:15 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Chester?
- The title transfer fee in Chester County is $58.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.50%. Pennsylvania state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Chester?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), a valid photo ID, and payment for the $58.00 title fee plus 7.50% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Chester?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the PennDOT Driver License Center – Chester to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.