Columbus, Georgia
Documents Needed to Sell a Semi Truck in Columbus
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private semi truck sale in Columbus, Georgia. File at the GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center — title transfer fee: $18.00, sales tax: 8.00%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Semi Truck 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 Semi Truck title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $18.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Georgia insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Georgia
Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where to File in Columbus
Office
GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center
Address
7484 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909
Phone
(678) 413-8400
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Fees for Semi Truck Title Transfer in Columbus
Title Transfer Fee
$18.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.00%
Notarization
Not Required
Georgia TAVT at 7.0% of fair market value; combined reference rate approx 8.0%
FAQ — Documents for Semi Truck Sale in Columbus
- What documents do I need to sell a semi truck in Columbus?
- To sell a semi truck in Columbus you need: a signed Semi Truck title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a semi truck in Columbus, Georgia?
- Yes. The GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Georgia-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the semi truck title transfer fee in Columbus?
- The title transfer fee in Muscogee County is $18.00. Sales tax of 8.00% is also due at the time of registration. Georgia TAVT at 7.0% of fair market value; combined reference rate approx 8.0%
- Where do I file a semi truck title transfer in Columbus?
- File at the GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center, 7484 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (678) 413-8400.