Galveston, Texas
Documents Needed to Sell a Boat in Galveston
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private boat sale in Galveston, Texas. File at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Galveston — title transfer fee: $33.00, sales tax: 7.75%.
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: $33.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Texas insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Texas
Texas 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 Galveston
Office
County Tax Assessor-Collector – Galveston
Address
Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest Galveston, TX office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Boat Title Transfer in Galveston
Title Transfer Fee
$33.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
Texas state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Boat Sale in Galveston
- What documents do I need to sell a boat in Galveston?
- To sell a boat in Galveston you need: a signed Boat title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Galveston.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a boat in Galveston, Texas?
- Yes. The County Tax Assessor-Collector – Galveston requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Texas-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the boat title transfer fee in Galveston?
- The title transfer fee in Galveston County is $33.00. Sales tax of 7.75% is also due at the time of registration. Texas state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a boat title transfer in Galveston?
- File at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Galveston, Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest Galveston, TX office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.