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Virginia Beach, Virginia

Documents Needed to Sell a Jet Ski in Virginia Beach

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private jet ski sale in Virginia Beach, Virginia. File at the VA DMV – Virginia Beach Office — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 4.15%.

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: 4.15% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Virginia insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Virginia

Virginia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Where to File in Virginia Beach

Office

VA DMV – Virginia Beach Office

Address

2493 Nimmo Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Phone

(804) 497-7100

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Fees for Jet Ski Title Transfer in Virginia Beach

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

4.15%

Notarization

Not Required

Virginia motor vehicle sales and use tax is a flat 4.15% statewide (separate from general 5.3% sales tax)

FAQ — Documents for Jet Ski Sale in Virginia Beach

What documents do I need to sell a jet ski in Virginia Beach?
To sell a jet ski in Virginia Beach you need: a signed Jet Ski title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the VA DMV – Virginia Beach Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a jet ski in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
Yes. The VA DMV – Virginia Beach Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Virginia-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the jet ski title transfer fee in Virginia Beach?
The title transfer fee in Virginia Beach (Independent City) is $15.00. Sales tax of 4.15% is also due at the time of registration. Virginia motor vehicle sales and use tax is a flat 4.15% statewide (separate from general 5.3% sales tax)
Where do I file a jet ski title transfer in Virginia Beach?
File at the VA DMV – Virginia Beach Office, 2493 Nimmo Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (804) 497-7100.

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