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Hammond, Indiana

Hammond SUV Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a suv bill of sale in Hammond, Indiana. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch.

Title Transfer Fee

$15.00

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Hammond SUV Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid suv bill of sale in Hammond, Indiana:

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

Notarization in Hammond: Not Required

Indiana does not require notarization for a suv bill of sale. Indiana 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 — Hammond Title Office

Office

Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch

Address

6929 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324

Phone

(888) 692-6841

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

Additional requirements in Lake County:

  • Complete State Form 44237 at the BMV
  • Title transfer within 45 days
  • 7% sales tax collected at BMV
  • Seller must sign title assignment and disclose odometer reading

What to Bring to the IN DMV

  • 1Completed, signed suv bill of sale
  • 2SUV title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $15.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (7.00% of sale price)

FAQ — SUV Bill of Sale Requirements in Hammond

What are the required fields on a suv bill of sale in Hammond?
A valid suv bill of sale in Hammond, Indiana 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 suv in Hammond?
The title transfer fee in Lake County is $15.00. The suv sales tax rate is 7.00%. Indiana flat statewide rate 7%
Is notarization required for a suv bill of sale in Hammond?
No. Indiana does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a suv title transfer in Hammond?
File the title transfer at the Indiana BMV – Hammond Branch, 6929 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (888) 692-6841.

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