Arizona Bill of Sale Requirements & Free Form

Arizona requirements

• Ownership transfers through the title: the seller signs the back of the title and the buyer completes the transfer at an MVD or authorized third party office, or electronically through the eTitle Transfer service where eligible.
• Under ARS 28-2058, the buyer must present the certificate of title and apply for title or registration within 15 days after the transfer.
• MVD publishes a Title Transfer Bill of Sale for Arizona titled vehicles; our template is a general purpose alternative for documenting the sale terms.
• Odometer disclosure is required for vehicles of model year 2011 or newer and recommended for older vehicles; record the actual reading rather than estimating.
• MVD urges sellers to submit a Sold Notice as soon as the vehicle is sold or transferred, which protects the seller from liability tied to the vehicle after the sale.
• MVD does not list notarization as part of the current title transfer steps, but confirm with MVD if your title or lien situation is unusual.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a buyer have to transfer a title in Arizona?

Fifteen days. ARS 28-2058 requires the purchaser to present the title and apply for title or registration within 15 days after the transfer. Transfers can be completed at MVD offices, authorized third party providers, or online through eTitle Transfer when eligible.

What is an Arizona Sold Notice and do I need one?

The Sold Notice tells MVD you no longer own the vehicle. MVD advises submitting it as soon as you sell, trade, donate, or otherwise transfer the vehicle, because it helps shield you from tickets, tolls, and other liability incurred by the new owner.

Official sources

• https://azdot.gov/mvd/services/registration-plates-title/selling-vehicle
• https://www.azleg.gov/ars/28/02058.htm