Providence, Rhode Island
Providence DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Rhode Island vehicle title transfer office for Providence and Providence County. Get your Providence bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the RI DMV – Cranston (Main Office).
Providence Title & Registration Office
Office Name
RI DMV – Cranston (Main Office)
Address
600 New London Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
Phone
(401) 462-4368
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$51.50
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.00%
Special requirements in Providence County:
- Title transfer at the RI DMV
- Rhode Island 7% sales tax on vehicle purchases
- Vehicle must pass RI safety and emissions inspection
- Seller must sign title assignment
Notarization in Providence: ✓ Not Required
Rhode Island does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Providence Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $51.50
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.00% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Providence Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Providence DMV
- Where is the DMV in Providence, Rhode Island?
- The Providence title office is the RI DMV – Cranston (Main Office), located at 600 New London Ave, Cranston, RI 02920. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM. Phone: (401) 462-4368.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Providence?
- The title transfer fee in Providence County is $51.50. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.00%. Rhode Island statewide rate 7% — no local vehicle sales tax
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Providence?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $51.50 title fee plus 7.00% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Providence?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the RI DMV – Cranston (Main 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.