San Francisco, California
Documents Needed to Sell a Yacht in San Francisco
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private yacht sale in San Francisco, California. File at the California DMV – San Francisco — title transfer fee: $15.00, sales tax: 8.625%.
Seller Must Provide
- 1Signed Yacht 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 Yacht title from seller
- 2Signed bill of sale
- 3Valid government-issued photo ID
- 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.625% of purchase price
- 6Proof of California insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in California
California does not require notarization for a standard vehicle bill of sale; a REG 135 or written bill of sale with both signatures is sufficient.
Where to File in San Francisco
Office
California DMV – San Francisco
Address
1377 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone
(800) 777-0133
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM)
Fees for Yacht Title Transfer in San Francisco
Title Transfer Fee
$15.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.625%
Notarization
Not Required
California state rate 7.25% + San Francisco district taxes 1.375%
FAQ — Documents for Yacht Sale in San Francisco
- What documents do I need to sell a yacht in San Francisco?
- To sell a yacht in San Francisco you need: a signed Yacht title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the California DMV – San Francisco.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a yacht in San Francisco, California?
- Yes. The California DMV – San Francisco requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a California-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the yacht title transfer fee in San Francisco?
- The title transfer fee in San Francisco County is $15.00. Sales tax of 8.625% is also due at the time of registration. California state rate 7.25% + San Francisco district taxes 1.375%
- Where do I file a yacht title transfer in San Francisco?
- File at the California DMV – San Francisco, 1377 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94117. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Thu until 6:00 PM). Phone: (800) 777-0133.