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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)

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.

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