Bristol, Tennessee
Bristol DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Tennessee vehicle title transfer office for Bristol and Bristol County. Get your Bristol bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the County Clerk – Bristol.
Bristol Title & Registration Office
Office Name
County Clerk – Bristol
Address
Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest Bristol, TN office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$11.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
8.50%
Special requirements in Bristol County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Tennessee 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 Bristol: ✓ Not Required
Tennessee does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Bristol Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $11.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.50% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Bristol Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Bristol DMV
- Where is the DMV in Bristol, Tennessee?
- The Bristol title office is the County Clerk – Bristol, located at Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest Bristol, TN office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Bristol?
- The title transfer fee in Bristol County is $11.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.50%. Tennessee state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Bristol?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $11.00 title fee plus 8.50% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Bristol?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the County Clerk – Bristol to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.