North Dakota Bill of Sale Requirements
As of 2026, North Dakota strongly recommends a signed bill of sale for private vehicle transfers. North Dakota 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
North Dakota-Specific Requirements
✓ North Dakota does not require notarization for a standard private-party bill of sale.
Official North Dakota Form
North Dakota has an official form: Bill of Sale (SFN 2872). Obtain from the North Dakota DMV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a bill of sale required in North Dakota?▾
North Dakota 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 North Dakota vehicle bill of sale?▾
A North Dakota 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 North Dakota require an emissions test for private sales?▾
No — North Dakota does not require an emissions test for standard private-party vehicle sales and registration.
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