Austin, Texas
Documents Needed to Sell a Yacht in Austin
Everything the seller and buyer need for a private yacht sale in Austin, Texas. File at the Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector – Austin — title transfer fee: $28.00, sales tax: 8.25%.
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: $28.00
- 5Payment for sales tax: 8.25% of purchase price
- 6Proof of Texas insurance (required before registration)
Notarization: ✓ Not Required in Texas
Texas does not require notarization for a private-party vehicle sale. A signed bill of sale and completed Form 130-U are sufficient.
Where to File in Austin
Office
Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector – Austin
Address
5501 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751
Phone
(512) 274-8000
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Fees for Yacht Title Transfer in Austin
Title Transfer Fee
$28.00
Sales Tax Rate
8.25%
Notarization
Not Required
Texas state rate 6.25% + Austin/Travis County local rate 2.00%
FAQ — Documents for Yacht Sale in Austin
- What documents do I need to sell a yacht in Austin?
- To sell a yacht in Austin you need: a signed Yacht title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector – Austin.
- Is a bill of sale required to sell a yacht in Austin, Texas?
- Yes. The Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector – Austin requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Texas-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
- What is the yacht title transfer fee in Austin?
- The title transfer fee in Travis County is $28.00. Sales tax of 8.25% is also due at the time of registration. Texas state rate 6.25% + Austin/Travis County local rate 2.00%
- Where do I file a yacht title transfer in Austin?
- File at the Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector – Austin, 5501 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (512) 274-8000.