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South Burlington, Vermont

Documents Needed to Sell a Personal Watercraft in South Burlington

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private personal watercraft sale in South Burlington, Vermont. File at the VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington) — title transfer fee: $35.00, sales tax: 6.00%.

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: $35.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Vermont insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Vermont

Vermont does not require notarization.

Where to File in South Burlington

Office

VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington)

Address

108 Cherry St, Suite 101, Burlington, VT 05401

Phone

(802) 828-2000

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Personal Watercraft Title Transfer in South Burlington

Title Transfer Fee

$35.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Vermont statewide rate 6%

FAQ — Documents for Personal Watercraft Sale in South Burlington

What documents do I need to sell a personal watercraft in South Burlington?
To sell a personal watercraft in South Burlington you need: a signed Personal Watercraft title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington).
Is a bill of sale required to sell a personal watercraft in South Burlington, Vermont?
Yes. The VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington) requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Vermont-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the personal watercraft title transfer fee in South Burlington?
The title transfer fee in Chittenden County is $35.00. Sales tax of 6.00% is also due at the time of registration. Vermont statewide rate 6%
Where do I file a personal watercraft title transfer in South Burlington?
File at the VT DMV – Burlington Office (serves South Burlington), 108 Cherry St, Suite 101, Burlington, VT 05401. Hours: Mon–Fri 7:45 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (802) 828-2000.

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