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Minnesota Bill of Sale

Selling or buying a vehicle in Minnesota? Here is what Minnesota DVS says about the paperwork, and a free generator to make a signed bill of sale in minutes.

Quick answer

Bill of sale in Minnesota: Not required for titled vehicles. For titled vehicles, Minnesota DVS does not require a bill of sale. The title is the transfer document, and ownership must be transferred within 10 days of sale. A bill of sale is an accepted option for non-titled vehicles.

What Minnesota requires for a vehicle sale

  • For titled vehicles the page does not require a bill of sale. For non-titled vehicles, a bill of sale is accepted if it identifies the vehicle, sale date, and buyer.
  • Ownership must be transferred on the title within ten days of the date of sale, except in special situations.
  • The seller prints and signs their name, lists the price in the sales tax area, enters the sale date, and completes the odometer and damage disclosures.
  • The page does not require notarization of the title or bill of sale. Notarization applies only to lien releases, where a signed lien release card is also acceptable.
  • Sales tax is 6.875% of the purchase price. Listed fees include an $8.25 title fee and a $10 transfer tax.
  • The seller may be required to file a Report of Sale online.

Minnesota bill of sale: what to include

Whatever Minnesota requires, a signed bill of sale protects both sides. It proves the price, the date and that the car was sold as-is. Include:

  • Seller's and buyer's full names and addresses
  • Year, make, model, color and VIN
  • Odometer reading on the day of sale
  • Sale price and date of sale
  • As-is wording, plus a statement that the seller owns the vehicle and any lien is paid off
  • Signatures and dates for both parties

Sample as-is wording

I, the seller, sell the vehicle described above to the buyer for the price shown, as-is, with no warranty, express or implied. The seller confirms they are the owner and that the odometer reading is correct to the best of their knowledge. This sale is made under the laws of Minnesota.

Seller checklist (Minnesota)

  • Print your name and sign in the title assignment area.
  • Write the sales price and sale date on the title.
  • Complete the odometer and damage disclosures.
  • Provide a lien release if a lien is listed.
  • File a Report of Sale online if required.

Buyer checklist (Minnesota)

  • Get the title before taking possession and check the seller name and VIN.
  • Complete the assignment and application sections.
  • Get signed lien releases from all lienholders.
  • Transfer at a deputy registrar office within 10 days.
  • Pay the 6.875% sales tax and fees.

Things to watch in Minnesota

  • The Report of Sale rules are not detailed on the page we read, so check drive.mn.gov or DVS at (651) 297-2126.
  • The fee amounts listed are described as typical for a titled vehicle, so confirm at the deputy registrar.

About this page

We checked this page against the Minnesota DVS sources listed below in November 2026. Where an agency page did not say something, we say so and suggest you check with the agency. Rules, forms and fees change, so confirm with Minnesota DVS before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a bill of sale in Minnesota?

For titled vehicles, Minnesota DVS does not require a bill of sale. The title is the transfer document, and ownership must be transferred within 10 days of sale. A bill of sale is an accepted option for non-titled vehicles.

Do I need a bill of sale in Minnesota?

For titled vehicles the DVS page does not require one, since the title is the transfer document. A bill of sale is an accepted way to assign ownership of non-titled vehicles.

Does Minnesota require a notarized title?

The DVS page does not require notarization of the title or bill of sale. Notarization applies to lien releases only, and a signed lien release card is also acceptable.

Can I use a free Minnesota bill of sale template?

Yes. You can make one with the free Bill of Sale Generator on Signplify, fill in the vehicle, price and both parties' details, then download a PDF and sign it. Check the Minnesota DVS rules above for any form you must also complete.

Official sources

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