Texas City, Texas
Documents Needed to Sell a Horse Trailer in Texas City
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private horse trailer sale in Texas City, Texas. File at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Texas City — title transfer fee: $33.00, sales tax: 7.75%.
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: $33.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 7.75% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Texas insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Texas
Texas does not require notarization for private vehicle bills of sale. Buyer and seller signatures on the completed title assignment are sufficient.
Where to File in Texas City
Office
County Tax Assessor-Collector – Texas City
Address
Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest Texas City, TX office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Horse Trailer Title Transfer in Texas City
Title Transfer Fee
$33.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
Texas state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Horse Trailer Sale in Texas City
- What documents do I need to sell a horse trailer in Texas City?
- To sell a horse trailer in Texas City you need: a signed Horse Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Texas City.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a horse trailer in Texas City, Texas?
- Yes. The County Tax Assessor-Collector – Texas City requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Texas-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the horse trailer title transfer fee in Texas City?
- The title transfer fee in Texas City County is $33.00. Sales tax of 7.75% is also due at the time of registration. Texas state rate 6.25% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a horse trailer title transfer in Texas City?
- File at the County Tax Assessor-Collector – Texas City, Visit https://www.txdmv.gov for the nearest Texas City, TX office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.