Watertown, Wisconsin
Watertown DMV — Bill of Sale & Title Transfer
Wisconsin vehicle title transfer office for Watertown and Watertown County. Get your Watertown bill of sale, find local fees, and file at the WisDOT DMV – Watertown.
Watertown Title & Registration Office
Office Name
WisDOT DMV – Watertown
Address
Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Watertown, WI office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Title Transfer Fee
$165.00
Vehicle Sales Tax
6.50%
Special requirements in Watertown County:
- Complete a title transfer at your local Wisconsin title office within the required timeframe
- Sales tax applies to private party vehicle purchases
- 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 Watertown: ✓ Not Required
Wisconsin does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Documents Required for Watertown Title Transfer
- 1Signed vehicle title (seller signs the back)
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $165.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.50% of sale price
- 6Odometer disclosure statement (for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
- 7Insurance proof (varies — check with the office)
Generate a Watertown Bill of Sale by Vehicle
FAQ — Watertown DMV
- Where is the DMV in Watertown, Wisconsin?
- The Watertown title office is the WisDOT DMV – Watertown, located at Visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv for the nearest Watertown, WI office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Watertown?
- The title transfer fee in Watertown County is $165.00. The vehicle sales tax rate is 6.50%. Wisconsin state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- What documents do I need to transfer a vehicle title in Watertown?
- You need the signed vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, a valid photo ID, and payment for the $165.00 title fee plus 6.50% sales tax.
- Is a bill of sale required for a vehicle sale in Watertown?
- A signed bill of sale is required by the WisDOT DMV – Watertown to document the private sale and process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a PDF in 60 seconds.