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Dayton, Ohio

Documents Needed to Sell a Bus in Dayton

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private bus sale in Dayton, Ohio. File at the Montgomery County BMV – Dayton — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 7.25%.

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: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 7.25% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Ohio insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Ohio

Ohio does not require notarization.

Where to File in Dayton

Office

Montgomery County BMV – Dayton

Address

1451 S Alex Rd, Dayton, OH 45449

Phone

(937) 225-4000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Bus Title Transfer in Dayton

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.25%

Notarization

Not Required

Ohio state 5.75% + Montgomery County 1.5%

FAQ — Documents for Bus Sale in Dayton

What documents do I need to sell a bus in Dayton?
To sell a bus in Dayton you need: a signed Bus title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Montgomery County BMV – Dayton.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a bus in Dayton, Ohio?
Yes. The Montgomery County BMV – Dayton requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Ohio-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the bus title transfer fee in Dayton?
The title transfer fee in Montgomery County is $15.00. Sales tax of 7.25% is also due at the time of registration. Ohio state 5.75% + Montgomery County 1.5%
Where do I file a bus title transfer in Dayton?
File at the Montgomery County BMV – Dayton, 1451 S Alex Rd, Dayton, OH 45449. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (937) 225-4000.

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