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San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer

Texas vehicle title transfer office for San Antonio and Bexar County. Get your San Antonio bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector – Main Office.

San Antonio Title & Registration Office

Office Name

Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector – Main Office

Address

233 N Pecos La Trinidad, San Antonio, TX 78207

Phone

(210) 335-2251

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Title Transfer Fee

$28.00

Vehicle Sales Tax

8.25%

Special requirements in Bexar County:

  • Complete Form 130-U at the Bexar County Tax Office
  • Title transfer within 30 days to avoid $25 penalty
  • Vehicle must pass Texas safety inspection; emissions testing required in Bexar County
  • Seller should apply for a bonded title if original is lost

Notarization in San Antonio: ✓ Not Required

Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Documents Required for San Antonio Title Transfer

  • 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $28.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.25% of sale price
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)

FAQ — San Antonio DMV

Where is the DMV in San Antonio, Texas?
The San Antonio title office is the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector – Main Office, located at 233 N Pecos La Trinidad, San Antonio, TX 78207. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (210) 335-2251.
What is the vehicle title transfer fee in San Antonio?
The title transfer fee in Bexar County is $28.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 8.25%. Texas state rate 6.25% + Bexar County/San Antonio local rate 2.00%
What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in San Antonio?
You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $28.00 title fee plus 8.25% sales tax.
Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in San Antonio?
A signed bill of sale is required by the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector – 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.

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