Birmingham, Michigan
Documents Needed to Sell a Boat in Birmingham
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private boat sale in Birmingham, Michigan. File at the Secretary of State – Birmingham — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 7.50%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Boat title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Boat title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Michigan insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Michigan
Michigan does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in Birmingham
Office
Secretary of State – Birmingham
Address
Visit https://www.michigan.gov/sos for the nearest Birmingham, MI office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Boat Title Transfer in Birmingham
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Michigan state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Boat Sale in Birmingham
- What documents do I need to sell a boat in Birmingham?
- To sell a boat in Birmingham you need: a signed Boat title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Secretary of State – Birmingham.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a boat in Birmingham, Michigan?
- Yes. The Secretary of State – Birmingham requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Michigan-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the boat title transfer fee in Birmingham?
- The title transfer fee in Birmingham County is $15.00. Sales tax of 7.50% is also due at the time of registration. Michigan state rate 6% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a boat title transfer in Birmingham?
- File at the Secretary of State – Birmingham, Visit https://www.michigan.gov/sos for the nearest Birmingham, MI office. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.