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Jersey City, New Jersey

Jersey City Yacht Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a yacht bill of sale in Jersey City, New Jersey (Form OS/SS-32). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the NJ MVC – Jersey City (serves via Newark/Bayonne).

Title Transfer Fee

$60.00

Sales Tax Rate

6.625%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Jersey City Yacht Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid yacht bill of sale in Jersey City, New Jersey per Form OS/SS-32:

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

Notarization in Jersey City: Not Required

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

Where to File — Jersey City Title Office

Office

NJ MVC – Jersey City (serves via Newark/Bayonne)

Address

438 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306

Phone

(609) 292-6500

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Additional requirements in Hudson County:

  • Title transfer at an NJ MVC agency
  • 6.625% sales tax
  • Vehicle inspection required
  • Seller must sign title

What to Bring to the NJ DMV

  • 1Completed, signed yacht bill of sale
  • 2Yacht title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $60.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (6.625% of sale price)

FAQ — Yacht Bill of Sale Requirements in Jersey City

What are the required fields on a yacht bill of sale in Jersey City?
A valid yacht bill of sale in Jersey City, New Jersey 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 yacht in Jersey City?
The title transfer fee in Hudson County is $60.00. The yacht sales tax rate is 6.625%. New Jersey statewide rate 6.625%
Is notarization required for a yacht bill of sale in Jersey City?
No. New Jersey does not require notarization.
Where do I file a yacht title transfer in Jersey City?
File the title transfer at the NJ MVC – Jersey City (serves via Newark/Bayonne), 438 Summit Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Phone: (609) 292-6500.

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