Columbus, Mississippi
Documents Needed to Sell a Personal Watercraft in Columbus
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private personal watercraft sale in Columbus, Mississippi. File at the County Tax Collector – Columbus — title transfer fee: $9.00, sales tax: 6.50%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Personal Watercraft 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 Personal Watercraft title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $9.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 6.50% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Mississippi insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Mississippi
Mississippi 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 Columbus
Office
County Tax Collector – Columbus
Address
Visit https://www.dor.ms.gov/tagstitles for the nearest Columbus, MS office
Phone
See state DMV website for local office phone numbers
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fees for Personal Watercraft Title Transfer in Columbus
Title Transfer Fee
$9.00
Sales Tax Rate
6.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Mississippi state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
FAQ — Documents for Personal Watercraft Sale in Columbus
- What documents do I need to sell a personal watercraft in Columbus?
- To sell a personal watercraft in Columbus you need: a signed Personal Watercraft title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the County Tax Collector – Columbus.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a personal watercraft in Columbus, Mississippi?
- Yes. The County Tax Collector – Columbus requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Mississippi-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the personal watercraft title transfer fee in Columbus?
- The title transfer fee in Columbus County is $9.00. Sales tax of 6.50% is also due at the time of registration. Mississippi state rate 5% + estimated local taxes (verify with your county)
- Where do I file a personal watercraft title transfer in Columbus?
- File at the County Tax Collector – Columbus, Visit https://www.dor.ms.gov/tagstitles for the nearest Columbus, MS office. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: See state DMV website for local office phone numbers.