Madison, Wisconsin
How to Fill Out a Madison Van Bill of Sale
Complete guide for filling out a van bill of sale in Madison, Wisconsin (Form MV2928). Includes the exact WI DMV – Madison East Service Center location, current tax rates, and notarization requirements.
Title Transfer Fee
$164.50
Sales Tax Rate
5.50%
Notarization
Not Required
Step-by-Step: Filling Out Your Madison 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 WI DMV – Madison East Service Center.
- 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 Wisconsin 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. Wisconsin does not require notarization. Print at least two originals — one for each party.
- 5
Submit to the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center
Bring the signed bill of sale, the vehicle title (signed over on the back), and a valid ID to: 2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM. Phone: (608) 264-7447. You'll pay the title transfer fee of $164.50 and sales tax at 5.50%.
Madison Title & Registration Office
Office
WI DMV – Madison East Service Center
Address
2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704
Phone
(608) 264-7447
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM
Special requirements in Dane County:
- Title transfer at DMV within 30 days
- Sales tax at title transfer
- Seller must sign title
- 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 WI 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 Madison
- Where do I file a van bill of sale in Madison?
- File at the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center, located at 2001 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:45 PM. Phone: (608) 264-7447.
- What is the vehicle title transfer fee in Madison?
- The title transfer fee in Dane County is $164.50. Combined sales tax rate: 5.50%. Wisconsin state 5% + Dane County 0.5%
- Does Madison, Wisconsin require notarization for a van bill of sale?
- No. Wisconsin does not require notarization.
- What form do I use for a van bill of sale in Wisconsin?
- Wisconsin uses Form MV2928 for van title transfers. You can download it from the WI DMV – Madison East Service Center or generate a state-compliant version at BillOfSaleNow.