Vancouver, Washington
Documents Needed to Sell a Car in Vancouver
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private car sale in Vancouver, Washington. File at the WA DOL – Vancouver Driver Licensing Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 8.40%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Car title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
- 2Completed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Odometer disclosure statement (if not printed on the back of the title)
- 5Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender
Buyer Must Bring to DMV
- 1Signed Car title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.40% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Washington insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Washington
Washington does not require notarization.
Where to File in Vancouver
Office
WA DOL – Vancouver Driver Licensing Office
Address
1301 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Phone
(360) 902-3900
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Car Title Transfer in Vancouver
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.40%
Notarization
Not Required
Washington state 6.5% + Clark County 1.9%
FAQ — Documents for Car Sale in Vancouver
- What documents do I need to sell a car in Vancouver?
- To sell a car in Vancouver you need: a signed Car title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. An odometer disclosure is also required for most motor vehicles. File the title transfer at the WA DOL – Vancouver Driver Licensing Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a car in Vancouver, Washington?
- Yes. The WA DOL – Vancouver Driver Licensing Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Washington-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the car title transfer fee in Vancouver?
- The title transfer fee in Clark County is $15.00. Sales tax of 8.40% is also due at the time of registration. Washington state 6.5% + Clark County 1.9%
- Where do I file a car title transfer in Vancouver?
- File at the WA DOL – Vancouver Driver Licensing Office, 1301 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (360) 902-3900.