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Waukegan, Illinois

Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in Waukegan

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in Waukegan, Illinois. File at the IL Secretary of State – Waukegan Office — title transfer fee: $150.00, sales tax: 8.00%.

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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: $150.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Illinois insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Illinois

Illinois does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

Where to File in Waukegan

Office

IL Secretary of State – Waukegan Office

Address

420 S Utica St, Waukegan, IL 60085

Phone

(312) 793-1010

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Bus Title Transfer in Waukegan

Title Transfer Fee

$150.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Illinois state rate 6.25% + Lake County/Waukegan local taxes 1.75%

FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in Waukegan

What documents do I need to sell a bus in Waukegan?
To sell a bus in Waukegan you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the IL Secretary of State – Waukegan Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in Waukegan, Illinois?
Yes. The IL Secretary of State – Waukegan Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Illinois-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the bus title transfer fee in Waukegan?
The title transfer fee in Lake County is $150.00. Sales tax of 8.00% is also due at the time of registration. Illinois state rate 6.25% + Lake County/Waukegan local taxes 1.75%
Where do I file a bus title transfer in Waukegan?
File at the IL Secretary of State – Waukegan Office, 420 S Utica St, Waukegan, IL 60085. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (312) 793-1010.

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