Missouri Bill of Sale Requirements & Free Form

Missouri requirements

• The buyer has 30 days from the purchase date to title the vehicle and pay sales tax; a 25 dollar penalty applies on the 31st day and increases 25 dollars every additional 30 days, up to 200 dollars.
• Sellers other than licensed Missouri dealers must report the sale to the Department of Revenue within 30 days, using a Notice of Sale (Form 5049) or Bill of Sale (Form 1957).
• Missouri publishes an official bill of sale, DOR Form 1957. Its instructions require notarization only when showing proof of ownership on major component parts of a rebuilt vehicle, or when the Department of Revenue specifically requests it; our general bill of sale is a record for the parties, so use Form 1957 when a DOR filing calls for it.
• Titling requires the certificate of title properly signed over to the buyer, a signed Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108), and an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 3019) if applicable.
• Fees include an 8.50 dollar title fee and 9 dollar processing fee, plus state tax of 4.225 percent and local sales tax on the purchase price.

Frequently asked questions

Does a Missouri bill of sale need to be notarized?

Usually no. Missouri's official Form 1957 says it must be notarized only when it shows proof of ownership on major component parts of a rebuilt vehicle, or when the Department of Revenue specifically requests notarization. A general bill of sale works as a receipt between the parties.

How long do I have to title a vehicle in Missouri?

30 days from the date of purchase. The Department of Revenue charges a 25 dollar title penalty on the 31st day, increasing by 25 dollars for every additional 30 days late, capped at 200 dollars.

Official sources

• https://dor.mo.gov/motor-vehicle/titling-registration/
• https://dor.mo.gov/motor-vehicle/selling-a-vehicle.html
• https://dor.mo.gov/forms/1957.pdf