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Cleveland, Ohio

Documents Needed to Sell a Horse Trailer in Cleveland

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private horse trailer sale in Cleveland, Ohio. File at the Cuyahoga County BMV – Cleveland — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 8.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Horse Trailer 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 Horse Trailer title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Ohio insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Ohio

Ohio does not require notarization.

Where to File in Cleveland

Office

Cuyahoga County BMV – Cleveland

Address

1585 E 22nd St, Cleveland, OH 44114

Phone

(216) 443-7010

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Horse Trailer Title Transfer in Cleveland

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Ohio state 5.75% + Cuyahoga County 2.25%

FAQ — Documents for Horse Trailer Sale in Cleveland

What documents do I need to sell a horse trailer in Cleveland?
To sell a horse trailer in Cleveland you need: a signed Horse Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Cuyahoga County BMV – Cleveland.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a horse trailer in Cleveland, Ohio?
Yes. The Cuyahoga County BMV – Cleveland 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 horse trailer title transfer fee in Cleveland?
The title transfer fee in Cuyahoga County is $15.00. Sales tax of 8.00% is also due at the time of registration. Ohio state 5.75% + Cuyahoga County 2.25%
Where do I file a horse trailer title transfer in Cleveland?
File at the Cuyahoga County BMV – Cleveland, 1585 E 22nd St, Cleveland, OH 44114. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (216) 443-7010.

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