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Las Cruces, New Mexico

Documents Needed to Sell a Personal Watercraft in Las Cruces

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private personal watercraft sale in Las Cruces, New Mexico. File at the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office — title transfer fee: $8.00, sales tax: 8.3125%.

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: $8.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.3125% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of New Mexico insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in New Mexico

New Mexico does not require notarization.

Where to File in Las Cruces

Office

NM MVD – Las Cruces Office

Address

505 S Main St, Suite 155, Las Cruces, NM 88001

Phone

(888) 683-4636

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Personal Watercraft Title Transfer in Las Cruces

Title Transfer Fee

$8.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.3125%

Notarization

Not Required

New Mexico GRT state 5.125% + Dona Ana County/Las Cruces 3.1875%

FAQ — Documents for Personal Watercraft Sale in Las Cruces

What documents do I need to sell a personal watercraft in Las Cruces?
To sell a personal watercraft in Las Cruces you need: a signed Personal Watercraft title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a personal watercraft in Las Cruces, New Mexico?
Yes. The NM MVD – Las Cruces Office requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a New Mexico-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the personal watercraft title transfer fee in Las Cruces?
The title transfer fee in Dona Ana County is $8.00. Sales tax of 8.3125% is also due at the time of registration. New Mexico GRT state 5.125% + Dona Ana County/Las Cruces 3.1875%
Where do I file a personal watercraft title transfer in Las Cruces?
File at the NM MVD – Las Cruces Office, 505 S Main St, Suite 155, Las Cruces, NM 88001. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (888) 683-4636.

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