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Ann Arbor, Michigan

Documents Needed to Sell a Jet Ski in Ann Arbor

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private jet ski sale in Ann Arbor, Michigan. File at the MI Secretary of State – Ann Arbor Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 6.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Jet Ski 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 Jet Ski title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Michigan insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Michigan

Michigan does not require notarization.

Where to File in Ann Arbor

Office

MI Secretary of State – Ann Arbor Office

Address

2470 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Phone

(888) 767-6424

Hours

Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Jet Ski Title Transfer in Ann Arbor

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Michigan statewide rate 6%

FAQ — Documents for Jet Ski Sale in Ann Arbor

What documents do I need to sell a jet ski in Ann Arbor?
To sell a jet ski in Ann Arbor you need: a signed Jet Ski title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the MI Secretary of State – Ann Arbor Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a jet ski in Ann Arbor, Michigan?
Yes. The MI Secretary of State – Ann Arbor Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Michigan-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the jet ski title transfer fee in Ann Arbor?
The title transfer fee in Washtenaw County is $15.00. Sales tax of 6.00% is also due at the time of registration. Michigan statewide rate 6%
Where do I file a jet ski title transfer in Ann Arbor?
File at the MI Secretary of State – Ann Arbor Office, 2470 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (888) 767-6424.

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