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Salem, Oregon

Salem Truck Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a truck bill of sale in Salem, Oregon. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Oregon DMV – Salem Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$77.00

Sales Tax Rate

0.00%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Salem Truck Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid truck bill of sale in Salem, Oregon:

  • 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 Salem: Not Required

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

Where to File — Salem Title Office

Office

Oregon DMV – Salem Office

Address

1905 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301

Phone

(503) 945-5000

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Additional requirements in Marion County:

  • No sales tax on used vehicle purchases
  • Title transfer within 30 days
  • DEQ emissions testing required in Salem area
  • Seller must sign title assignment

What to Bring to the OR 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: $77.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (0.00% of sale price)
  • 6Odometer disclosure statement (if not included on title)

FAQ — Truck Bill of Sale Requirements in Salem

What are the required fields on a truck bill of sale in Salem?
A valid truck bill of sale in Salem, Oregon 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 Salem?
The title transfer fee in Marion County is $77.00. The truck sales tax rate is 0.00%. Oregon has no sales tax. No tax on used private-party sales.
Is notarization required for a truck bill of sale in Salem?
No. Oregon does not require notarization.
Where do I file a truck title transfer in Salem?
File the title transfer at the Oregon DMV – Salem Office, 1905 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (503) 945-5000.

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