Florida Bill of Sale Requirements
As of 2026, Florida strongly recommends a signed bill of sale for private vehicle transfers. Florida does not require notarization for standard private-party sales.
Required Fields
- 1Full legal names and addresses of buyer and seller
- 2VIN (17 characters)
- 3Year, make, model, and color of the vehicle
- 4Odometer reading in miles (required)
- 5Sale price in numerals and written form
- 6Sale date
- 7Signatures of both buyer and seller
Florida-Specific Requirements
✓ Florida does not require notarization for a standard private-party bill of sale.
Official Florida Form
Florida has an official form: Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home, or Vessel Bill of Sale (HSMV 82050). Obtain from the Florida DMV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a bill of sale required in Florida?▾
Florida strongly recommends a bill of sale for all private vehicle sales. While a signed title alone may technically complete the transfer, a bill of sale protects both parties from disputes over the sale price, odometer reading, and vehicle condition.
What must be on a Florida vehicle bill of sale?▾
A Florida vehicle bill of sale must include: buyer and seller full legal names and addresses, the VIN, year, make, model, odometer reading, sale price (written and numeric), sale date, and signatures of both parties.
Does Florida require an emissions test for private sales?▾
No — Florida does not require an emissions test for standard private-party vehicle sales and registration.
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