Oakland, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in Oakland
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in Oakland, California. File at the DMV Oakland – Claremont Office — title transfer fee: $23.00, sales tax: 10.25%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Bus 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 Bus title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 10.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization for vehicle transfers.
Where to File in Oakland
Office
DMV Oakland – Claremont Office
Address
5300 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Fees for Bus Title Transfer in Oakland
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Sales Tax Rate
10.25%
Notarization
Not Required
California state base 7.25% + Alameda County 1.5% + Oakland city 1.5%
FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in Oakland
- What documents do I need to sell a bus in Oakland?
- To sell a bus in Oakland you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the DMV Oakland – Claremont Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in Oakland, California?
- Yes. The DMV Oakland – Claremont Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a California-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the bus title transfer fee in Oakland?
- The title transfer fee in Alameda County is $23.00. Sales tax of 10.25% is also due at the time of registration. California state base 7.25% + Alameda County 1.5% + Oakland city 1.5%
- Where do I file a bus title transfer in Oakland?
- File at the DMV Oakland – Claremont Office, 5300 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.