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New York Truck Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a truck bill of sale in New York, New York (Form MV-912). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the NY DMV – New York Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$50.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.875%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — New York Truck Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid truck bill of sale in New York, New York per Form MV-912:

  • 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 New York: Not Required

New York does not require notarization for a truck bill of sale. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — New York Title Office

Office

NY DMV – New York Office

Address

11 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10004

Phone

(718) 477-4820

Hours

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM

Additional requirements in New York County:

  • Complete form MV-912 (Transferee Certification) included on the title certificate
  • Buyer must pay sales tax at the DMV when titling the vehicle
  • Odometer disclosure required on the back of the title for vehicles under 10 years old
  • Both parties must sign the title; a separate bill of sale is strongly recommended

What to Bring to the NY 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: $50.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.875% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale Requirements in New York

What are the required fields on a truck bill of sale in New York?
A valid truck bill of sale in New York, New York 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 New York?
The title transfer fee in New York County is $50.00. The truck sales tax rate is 8.875%. New York State 4% + New York City 4.5% + Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District 0.375%
Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in New York?
No. New York does not require notarization of a bill of sale.
Where do I file a truck title transfer in New York?
File the title transfer at the NY DMV – New York Office, 11 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10004. Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM; Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM. Phone: (718) 477-4820.

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