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Portland Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a electric vehicle bill of sale in Portland, Maine. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Maine BMV – Portland Branch.

Title Transfer Fee

$33.00

Sales Tax Rate

5.50%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Portland Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid electric vehicle bill of sale in Portland, Maine:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • Electric Vehicle year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Portland: Not Required

Maine does not require notarization for a electric vehicle bill of sale. Maine does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Portland Title Office

Office

Maine BMV – Portland Branch

Address

125 Presumpscot St, Portland, ME 04103

Phone

(207) 624-9000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Additional requirements in Cumberland County:

  • Maine requires a bill of sale for all vehicle transfers
  • Title transfer at the Portland city hall or BMV within 30 days
  • Maine 5.5% sales tax collected at registration
  • Seller must sign the title assignment

What to Bring to the ME DMV

  • 1Completed, signed electric vehicle bill of sale
  • 2Electric Vehicle title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $33.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (5.50% of sale price)

FAQ — Electric Vehicle Bill of Sale Requirements in Portland

What are the required fields on a electric vehicle bill of sale in Portland?
A valid electric vehicle bill of sale in Portland, Maine must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller.
What is the title transfer fee for a electric vehicle in Portland?
The title transfer fee in Cumberland County is $33.00. The electric vehicle sales tax rate is 5.50%. Maine statewide rate 5.5% — no local vehicle sales taxes
Is notarization required for a electric vehicle bill of sale in Portland?
No. Maine does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a electric vehicle title transfer in Portland?
File the title transfer at the Maine BMV – Portland Branch, 125 Presumpscot St, Portland, ME 04103. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (207) 624-9000.

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