A Vermont bill of sale is a legal document used to transfer ownership of a valuable item from one person to another. It identifies the parties, describes the item for sale, and records the terms and conditions of the transaction. You should use a bill of sale if you’re buying or selling a car (or any vehicle), a boat, a gun/firearm, a motorcycle, or livestock.
How to Register a Vehicle in Vermont
Register a vehicle in Vermont by submitting a bill of sale and other relevant documents to the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles.
Bill of Sale – By Type (5)
A form to form to buy or sell a motor vehicle in Vermont. In many states, a bill of sale is required to register a vehicle at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Vehicle Bill of Sale
A document to transfer ownership of recreational water vehicles (such as motorboats, sailboats, yachts, and jet skis) in the state of Vermont.
Boat Bill of Sale
A form to buy or sell a trailer (or any non-motorized vehicle pulled by another vehicle) in the state of Vermont and register it at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Trailer Bill of Sale
A form to transfer ownership of a gun (such as a handgun, rifle, or shotgun) in the state of Vermont, and avoid legal or criminal issues involving the weapon after it is sold.
Firearm Bill of Sale
A document to record the transfer of a horse or pony in the state of Vermont. By detailing information about the bike sold, you can protect yourself from fraudulent sales.
Motorcycle Bill of Sale
Requirements
Vermont requires a bill of sale when registering any vehicle purchased from an out-of-state dealer and any vehicle purchased in a private sale. The DMV offers a Required Documents Wizard tool so you can learn which specific documents you need to submit along with the bill of sale when registering.
Language and Copy Requirements
- Language: Bills of sale can be in a language other than English, but they must be translated to English for official purposes. Use a certified translator to ensure your document is valid.
- Number of Copies: You’ll need three copies, as one copy must go to the buyer, seller, and DMV.
Vehicle Registration Forms
- Bill of Sale
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (VT-005)
- Registration Tax/Title Application (Form TA-VD-119)
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Verification
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (for new vehicles)
- A copy of the title (for vehicles coming from another state)
- Driver’s license or state ID
- Registration fees [1]
- Proof of insurance: [2]
- $25,000 for one person killed or injured in a single accident
- $50,000 for two or more people killed or injured in a single accident
- $10,000 for property damage in a single accident
- Motor vehicle power of attorney
Boat Registration Forms
- Motorboat Registration & Title Application (Form TA-VD-37)
- Bill of Sale
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) (if the boat is new)
- Certificate of Title signed over to buyer (if the boat is used)
- Payment of all registration fees [3]
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