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Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Documents Needed to Sell a Farm Equipment in Tuscaloosa

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private farm equipment sale in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. File at the Tuscaloosa County License Office — title transfer fee: $18.00, sales tax: 9.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Farm Equipment 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 Farm Equipment title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $18.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 9.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Alabama insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Alabama

Alabama does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title and bill of sale are sufficient.

Where to File in Tuscaloosa

Office

Tuscaloosa County License Office

Address

2109 9th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

Phone

(205) 349-3870

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Farm Equipment Title Transfer in Tuscaloosa

Title Transfer Fee

$18.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Tuscaloosa County 2% + Tuscaloosa city 5%

FAQ — Documents for Farm Equipment Sale in Tuscaloosa

What documents do I need to sell a farm equipment in Tuscaloosa?
To sell a farm equipment in Tuscaloosa you need: a signed Farm Equipment title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Tuscaloosa County License Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a farm equipment in Tuscaloosa, Alabama?
Yes. The Tuscaloosa County License Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Alabama-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the farm equipment title transfer fee in Tuscaloosa?
The title transfer fee in Tuscaloosa County is $18.00. Sales tax of 9.00% is also due at the time of registration. Alabama state rate 2% (vehicles) + Tuscaloosa County 2% + Tuscaloosa city 5%
Where do I file a farm equipment title transfer in Tuscaloosa?
File at the Tuscaloosa County License Office, 2109 9th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (205) 349-3870.

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