Fargo, North Dakota
How to Fill Out a Fargo Jet Ski Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a jet ski bill of sale in Fargo, North Dakota (Form SFN 2872). Includes the exact ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$5.00
Sales Tax Rate
5.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Fargo Jet Ski Bill of Sale
- 1
Enter seller and buyer information
Write full legal names and current addresses exactly as they appear on government-issued IDs. Both buyer and seller must use their full legal names — no nicknames or abbreviations. Errors here cause delays at the ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office.
- 2
Record Jet Ski details and VIN
Enter the year, make, model, body style, color, and the 17-character VIN exactly as printed on the dashboard (visible through the windshield) or door jamb sticker. The VIN must match the vehicle title exactly.
- 3
Record sale price, date, and payment method
Write the agreed sale price in both numeral form ($12,500.00) and written form (twelve thousand five hundred dollars). Enter the exact date of the sale — this date triggers the North Dakota title transfer requirement. Note payment method: cash, check, or other.
- 4
Both parties sign and date
Both buyer and seller sign and date the completed form. Sign with blue or black ballpoint ink. North Dakota does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 1005 Main Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (701) 328-2725. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $5.00 and sales tax at 5.50%.
Fargo Title & Registration Office
Office
ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office
Address
1005 Main Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078
Phone
(701) 328-2725
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Special requirements in Cass County:
- Title transfer at the Cass County Recorder within 30 days
- ND 5% excise tax on vehicle purchases
- Seller must sign the title assignment
- Odometer disclosure required
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✗Signing before the notary if notarization is required — the notary must witness the signature
- ✗VIN errors — even one wrong character causes the ND DMV to reject the title transfer
- ✗Leaving the sale price blank or writing "gift" if money changed hands — this triggers audit risk
- ✗Using correction fluid to fix mistakes — always initial handwritten corrections instead
- ✗Not keeping a copy — both buyer and seller need a signed original
FAQ — Jet Ski Bill of Sale in Fargo
- Where do I file a jet ski bill of sale in Fargo?
- File at the ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office, located at 1005 Main Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (701) 328-2725.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Fargo?
- The title transfer fee in Cass County is $5.00. Combined sales tax rate: 5.50%. North Dakota state rate 5% + Fargo city 0.5% (excise tax on vehicles is 5% statewide)
- Does Fargo, North Dakota require notarization for a jet ski bill of sale?
- No. North Dakota does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
- What form do I use for a jet ski bill of sale in North Dakota?
- North Dakota uses Form SFN 2872 for jet ski title transfers. You can download it from the ND DOT – Fargo Driver License Office or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.