Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Tennessee vehicle title transfer office for Memphis and Shelby County. Get your Memphis bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration.
Memphis Title & Registration Office
Office Name
Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration
Address
150 Washington Ave, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone
(901) 222-3000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$13.50
Vehicle Sales Tax
9.75%
Special requirements in Shelby County:
- Title transfer at the Shelby County Clerk within 30 days
- Tennessee sales tax collected at title transfer
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old
- Emissions testing required in Shelby County
Notarization in Memphis: ✓ Not Required
Tennessee does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Memphis Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $13.50
- 5Payment for sales tax: 9.75% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Memphis Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Memphis DMV
- Where is the DMV in Memphis, Tennessee?
- The Memphis title office is the Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration, located at 150 Washington Ave, Memphis, TN 38103. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (901) 222-3000.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Memphis?
- The title transfer fee in Shelby County is $13.50. The vehicle sales tax rate is 9.75%. Tennessee state rate 7% + Shelby County 2.75%
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Memphis?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $13.50 title fee plus 9.75% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Memphis?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the Shelby County Clerk – Title & Registration to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.