Tampa, Florida
Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in Tampa
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in Tampa, Florida. File at the Hillsborough County Tax Collector – Main Office — title transfer fee: $75.25, sales tax: 7.50%.
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: $75.25
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Florida insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Florida
Florida does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where to File in Tampa
Office
Hillsborough County Tax Collector – Main Office
Address
601 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602
Phone
(813) 635-5200
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Bus Title Transfer in Tampa
Title Transfer Fee
$75.25
Sales Tax Rate
7.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Florida state rate 6% + Hillsborough County surtax 1.5%
FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in Tampa
- What documents do I need to sell a bus in Tampa?
- To sell a bus in Tampa you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Hillsborough County Tax Collector – Main Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in Tampa, Florida?
- Yes. The Hillsborough County Tax Collector – Main Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Florida-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the bus title transfer fee in Tampa?
- The title transfer fee in Hillsborough County is $75.25. Sales tax of 7.50% is also due at the time of registration. Florida state rate 6% + Hillsborough County surtax 1.5%
- Where do I file a bus title transfer in Tampa?
- File at the Hillsborough County Tax Collector – Main Office, 601 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (813) 635-5200.