Irvine, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Electric Vehicle in Irvine
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private electric vehicle sale in Irvine, California. File at the DMV Irvine Office — title transfer fee: $23.00, sales tax: 7.75%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Electric Vehicle 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 Electric Vehicle title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $23.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.75% 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 Irvine
Office
DMV Irvine Office
Address
16510 Bake Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Fees for Electric Vehicle Title Transfer in Irvine
Title Transfer Fee
$23.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
California state base 7.25% + Orange County 0.5% district tax
FAQ — Documents for Electric Vehicle Sale in Irvine
- What documents do I need to sell a electric vehicle in Irvine?
- To sell a electric vehicle in Irvine you need: a signed Electric Vehicle title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the DMV Irvine Office.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a electric vehicle in Irvine, California?
- Yes. The DMV Irvine 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 electric vehicle title transfer fee in Irvine?
- The title transfer fee in Orange County is $23.00. Sales tax of 7.75% is also due at the time of registration. California state base 7.25% + Orange County 0.5% district tax
- Where do I file a electric vehicle title transfer in Irvine?
- File at the DMV Irvine Office, 16510 Bake Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92618. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.