East Ridge, Tennessee
Documents Needed to Sell a Boat in East Ridge
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private boat sale in East Ridge, Tennessee. File at the County Clerk – East Ridge — title transfer fee: $11.00, sales tax: 8.50%.
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: $11.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Tennessee insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Tennessee
Tennessee 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 East Ridge
Office
County Clerk – East Ridge
Address
Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest East Ridge, TN office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Boat Title Transfer in East Ridge
Title Transfer Fee
$11.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Tennessee state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Boat Sale in East Ridge
- What documents do I need to sell a boat in East Ridge?
- To sell a boat in East Ridge you need: a signed Boat title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Clerk – East Ridge.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a boat in East Ridge, Tennessee?
- Yes. The County Clerk – East Ridge requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Tennessee-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the boat title transfer fee in East Ridge?
- The title transfer fee in East Ridge County is $11.00. Sales tax of 8.50% is also due at the time of registration. Tennessee state rate 7% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a boat title transfer in East Ridge?
- File at the County Clerk – East Ridge, Visit https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services for the nearest East Ridge, TN office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.