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Gaithersburg Tractor Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a tractor bill of sale in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the MD MVA – Gaithersburg Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$100.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.00%

Notarization

Required

Required Fields — Gaithersburg Tractor Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid tractor bill of sale in Gaithersburg, Maryland:

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

Notarization in Gaithersburg: Required

Maryland requires both buyer and seller to sign the tractor bill of sale in front of a licensed notary public. Maryland requires notarization of the title assignment. Find a notary at a bank, credit union, UPS Store, or via online notarization (Proof, Notarize.com).

Where to File — Gaithersburg Title Office

Office

MD MVA – Gaithersburg Office

Address

15 Metropolitan Grove Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Phone

(410) 768-7000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Additional requirements in Montgomery County:

  • Title assignment must be notarized
  • Title transfer at MVA within 60 days
  • 6% excise tax collected at title transfer
  • Vehicle must pass Maryland safety inspection

What to Bring to the MD DMV

  • 1Completed, signed tractor bill of sale (notarized)
  • 2Tractor title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $100.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (6.00% of sale price)

FAQ — Tractor Bill of Sale Requirements in Gaithersburg

What are the required fields on a tractor bill of sale in Gaithersburg?
A valid tractor bill of sale in Gaithersburg, Maryland must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller. Notarization is required in Maryland.
What is the title transfer fee for a tractor in Gaithersburg?
The title transfer fee in Montgomery County is $100.00. The tractor sales tax rate is 6.00%. Maryland statewide rate 6%
Is notarization required for a tractor bill of sale in Gaithersburg?
Yes. Maryland requires notarization of the title assignment.
Where do I file a tractor title transfer in Gaithersburg?
File the title transfer at the MD MVA – Gaithersburg Office, 15 Metropolitan Grove Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (410) 768-7000.

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