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Miami Truck Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a truck bill of sale in Miami, Florida (Form HSMV 82050). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector – Downtown.

Title Transfer Fee

$75.25

Sales Tax Rate

7.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Miami Truck Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid truck bill of sale in Miami, Florida per Form HSMV 82050:

  • 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
  • Truck year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Odometer reading at time of sale (federal disclosure required for most motor vehicles under 10 years old)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Miami: Not Required

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

Where to File — Miami Title Office

Office

Miami-Dade County Tax Collector – Downtown

Address

200 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33128

Phone

(305) 375-5000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Additional requirements in Miami-Dade County:

  • Complete HSMV 82040 at the Miami-Dade Tax Collector office
  • Florida sales tax (6%) + Miami-Dade surtax (1%) collected at title transfer
  • Title must be transferred within 30 days
  • Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old

What to Bring to the FL DMV

  • 1Completed, signed truck bill of sale
  • 2Truck title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $75.25
  • 5Payment for sales tax (7.00% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale Requirements in Miami

What are the required fields on a truck bill of sale in Miami?
A valid truck bill of sale in Miami, Florida 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 truck in Miami?
The title transfer fee in Miami-Dade County is $75.25. The truck sales tax rate is 7.00%. Florida state rate 6% + Miami-Dade County surtax 1%
Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in Miami?
No. Florida does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties sign the title.
Where do I file a truck title transfer in Miami?
File the title transfer at the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector – Downtown, 200 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33128. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (305) 375-5000.

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