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Columbus Golf Cart Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a golf cart bill of sale in Columbus, Georgia. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center.

Title Transfer Fee

$18.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Columbus Golf Cart Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid golf cart bill of sale in Columbus, Georgia:

  • 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
  • Golf Cart year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Columbus: Not Required

Georgia does not require notarization for a golf cart bill of sale. Georgia 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 — Columbus Title Office

Office

GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center

Address

7484 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909

Phone

(678) 413-8400

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM

Additional requirements in Muscogee County:

  • TAVT of 7.0% on fair market value replaces annual ad valorem tax
  • Title transfer at the Muscogee County Tag Office within 30 days
  • Seller must sign title assignment and provide odometer reading
  • Both parties should retain a copy of the bill of sale

What to Bring to the GA DMV

  • 1Completed, signed golf cart bill of sale
  • 2Golf Cart title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $18.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.00% of sale price)

FAQ — Golf Cart Bill of Sale Requirements in Columbus

What are the required fields on a golf cart bill of sale in Columbus?
A valid golf cart bill of sale in Columbus, Georgia 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 golf cart in Columbus?
The title transfer fee in Muscogee County is $18.00. The golf cart sales tax rate is 8.00%. Georgia TAVT at 7.0% of fair market value; combined reference rate approx 8.0%
Is notarization required for a golf cart bill of sale in Columbus?
No. Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a golf cart title transfer in Columbus?
File the title transfer at the GA DDS – Columbus Customer Service Center, 7484 Veterans Pkwy, Columbus, GA 31909. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (678) 413-8400.

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