A New Hampshire motor vehicle bill of sale form is a certificate that documents the transfer of a vehicle from one owner to another.
New Hampshire does not require a vehicle bill of sale form when private buyers and sellers transfer ownership of a vehicle. However, boats, mopeds, RVs, and cars manufactured before 1999 are title-exempt and do need a bill of sale.
The New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recommends that private sellers use a bill of sale form so they have a record of the sale.
Registering a Motor Vehicle
In New Hampshire, all that is needed to register a vehicle is the certificate of title itself. Vehicle registration is a two-part process, first with the town or city and then with the state.
Bring the properly assigned title certificate to the town or city clerk’s office. You will also need to provide proof of residency. Only New Hampshire residents may title vehicles in New Hampshire.
Out-of-state residents, drivers who have purchased from an out-of-state dealer, or who are leasing their car, will need to obtain a 20-day temporary plate until the vehicle can be registered. The 20-day plate can be obtained at any DMV office without an appointment.
Gather Your Documents
To register a title-exempt vehicle, you need to present the following documents:
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Proof of Ownership:
- Bill of sale
- Proof of vehicle identification number (VIN)
- Proof of residency
- Certificate of Title
- Valid driver’s license
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Proof of insurance:
- $25,000 for bodily injuries per person.
- $50,000 for bodily injuries per accident.
- $25,000 for property damage.
Additional Documents (If Applicable)
- New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney: In case someone else is handling DMV tasks on your behalf.
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form TDMV 12): Used to accurately record the mileage of a vehicle during a sale or transfer, ensuring compliance with federal and state odometer laws.
Submit Your Documents
All vehicle registrations begin in the town or city clerk’s office in the location where the buyer lives. Local fees are paid at the town or city clerk’s office. State fees may be collected at the same time or may be sent to the state DMV.
Pay Registration Fees
All applicants must submit the proper fees:
- Registration fees for states and town/city.
- In addition to the registration fees, there is an $8.00 plate fee for the first time you order plates.
Free New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Sample
Our free New Hampshire motor vehicle bill of sale is available in PDF and Word formats.
