Salt Lake City, Utah
How to Fill Out a Salt Lake City Van Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a van bill of sale in Salt Lake City, Utah (Form TC-656). Includes the exact Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$6.00
Sales Tax Rate
7.75%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Salt Lake City Van 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 Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office.
- 2
Record Van 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 Utah 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. Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 297-7780. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $6.00 and sales tax at 7.75%.
Salt Lake City Title & Registration Office
Office
Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office
Address
380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
Phone
(801) 297-7780
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Special requirements in Salt Lake County:
- Title transfer at a Utah DMV office within 48 hours (not business days)
- Utah sales tax collected at title transfer
- Safety and emissions inspection required in Salt Lake County
- Seller must sign the title assignment
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 UT 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 — Van Bill of Sale in Salt Lake City
- Where do I file a van bill of sale in Salt Lake City?
- File at the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office, located at 380 W 2880 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 297-7780.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Salt Lake City?
- The title transfer fee in Salt Lake County is $6.00. Combined sales tax rate: 7.75%. Utah state rate 4.85% + Salt Lake County 1.1% + Salt Lake City 1.0% + transit 0.8%
- Does Salt Lake City, Utah require notarization for a van bill of sale?
- No. Utah does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
- What form do I use for a van bill of sale in Utah?
- Utah uses Form TC-656 for van title transfers. You can download it from the Utah DMV – Salt Lake Office or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.