Charlotte, North Carolina
Documents Needed to Sell a Boat in Charlotte
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private boat sale in Charlotte, North Carolina. File at the NCDMV Charlotte – Westover Hills Office — title transfer fee: $56.00, sales tax: 3.00%.
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: $56.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 3.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of North Carolina insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in North Carolina
North Carolina does not require notarization. Both parties sign the title.
Where to File in Charlotte
Office
NCDMV Charlotte – Westover Hills Office
Address
7124 Albemarle Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227
Phone
(919) 715-7000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Boat Title Transfer in Charlotte
Title Transfer Fee
$56.00
Sales Tax Rate
3.00%
Notarization
Not Required
North Carolina Highway Use Tax (HUT) 3% (capped at $2,000) instead of standard sales tax
FAQ — Documents for Boat Sale in Charlotte
- What documents do I need to sell a boat in Charlotte?
- To sell a boat in Charlotte you need: a signed Boat title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the NCDMV Charlotte – Westover Hills Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a boat in Charlotte, North Carolina?
- Yes. The NCDMV Charlotte – Westover Hills Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a North Carolina-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the boat title transfer fee in Charlotte?
- The title transfer fee in Mecklenburg County is $56.00. Sales tax of 3.00% is also due at the time of registration. North Carolina Highway Use Tax (HUT) 3% (capped at $2,000) instead of standard sales tax
- Where do I file a boat title transfer in Charlotte?
- File at the NCDMV Charlotte – Westover Hills Office, 7124 Albemarle Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (919) 715-7000.