San Marcos, Texas
San Marcos DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Texas vehicle title transfer office for San Marcos and San Marcos County. Get your San Marcos bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – San Marcos.
San Marcos Title & Registration Office
Office Name
County Tax Assessor-Collector – San Marcos
Address
Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest San Marcos, TX office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$33.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
7.75%
Special requirements in San Marcos County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Texas title office within the required timeframe
- Tax based on Standard Presumptive Value (SPV) or purchase price, whichever is higher
- 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 San Marcos: ✓ Not Required
Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for San Marcos Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $33.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.75% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a San Marcos Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — San Marcos DMV
- Where is the DMV in San Marcos, Texas?
- The San Marcos title office is the County Tax Assessor-Collector – San Marcos, located at Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest San Marcos, TX office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in San Marcos?
- The title transfer fee in San Marcos County is $33.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 7.75%. Texas state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in San Marcos?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $33.00 title fee plus 7.75% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in San Marcos?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the County Tax Assessor-Collector – San Marcos to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.