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St. Paul, Minnesota

Documents Needed to Sell a Utility Trailer in St. Paul

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utility trailer sale in St. Paul, Minnesota. File at the Ramsey County Service Center — title transfer fee: $8.25, sales tax: 6.875%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Utility Trailer 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 Utility Trailer title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $8.25
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 6.875% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Minnesota insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Minnesota

Minnesota does not require notarization.

Where to File in St. Paul

Office

Ramsey County Service Center

Address

90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107

Phone

(651) 266-2600

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fees for Utility Trailer Title Transfer in St. Paul

Title Transfer Fee

$8.25

Sales Tax Rate

6.875%

Notarization

Not Required

Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide

FAQ — Documents for Utility Trailer Sale in St. Paul

What documents do I need to sell a utility trailer in St. Paul?
To sell a utility trailer in St. Paul you need: a signed Utility Trailer title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Ramsey County Service Center.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a utility trailer in St. Paul, Minnesota?
Yes. The Ramsey County Service Center requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Minnesota-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the utility trailer title transfer fee in St. Paul?
The title transfer fee in Ramsey County is $8.25. Sales tax of 6.875% is also due at the time of registration. Minnesota motor vehicle sales tax is 6.5% statewide
Where do I file a utility trailer title transfer in St. Paul?
File at the Ramsey County Service Center, 90 W Plato Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55107. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (651) 266-2600.

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