Portsmouth, Virginia
Portsmouth DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Virginia vehicle title transfer office for Portsmouth and Portsmouth (Independent City). Get your Portsmouth bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the VA DMV – Portsmouth Office.
Portsmouth Title & Registration Office
Office Name
VA DMV – Portsmouth Office
Address
801 Crawford St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Phone
(804) 497-7100
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
4.15%
Special requirements in Portsmouth (Independent City):
- Title transfer at a VA DMV office within 30 days
- Virginia 4.15% motor vehicle SUT at title transfer
- Vehicle must pass VA safety inspection
- Seller must sign the title assignment
Notarization in Portsmouth: ✓ Not Required
Virginia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Documents Required for Portsmouth Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 4.15% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
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FAQ — Portsmouth DMV
- Where is the DMV in Portsmouth, Virginia?
- The Portsmouth title office is the VA DMV – Portsmouth Office, located at 801 Crawford St, Portsmouth, VA 23704. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (804) 497-7100.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Portsmouth?
- The title transfer fee in Portsmouth (Independent City) is $15.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 4.15%. Virginia motor vehicle sales and use tax is a flat 4.15% statewide (separate from general 5.3% sales tax)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Portsmouth?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $15.00 title fee plus 4.15% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Portsmouth?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the VA DMV – Portsmouth 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.