North Carolina Bill of Sale Requirements & Free Form

North Carolina requirements

• North Carolina requires the assignment on a North Carolina title to be notarized: the seller signs the title before a notary when transferring the vehicle.
• NCDMV title transfer guidance centers on the notarized title assignment, a damage disclosure statement and the odometer reading where required; a separate bill of sale is a supporting record of the price and terms rather than a listed core document.
• North Carolina charges a highway use tax when the buyer titles the vehicle, and the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles handles title and registration.
• NCDMV guidance we reviewed does not state a fixed day count for a private buyer to apply for title; apply promptly and confirm current timing and late fees with NCDMV.
• Keep the bill of sale as proof of purchase price for the highway use tax and for both parties' records.
• Our template is a general purpose bill of sale; it complements, but does not replace, the notarized North Carolina title assignment.

Frequently asked questions

Does North Carolina require a notarized bill of sale?

The notarization requirement attaches to the title, not the bill of sale: a North Carolina title assignment must be notarized. A separate bill of sale does not need a notary, though nothing prevents adding one.

Where do I transfer a car title in North Carolina?

Through the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles, typically at a license plate agency. The buyer presents the notarized assigned title, pays the title fee and highway use tax, and registers the vehicle.

Official sources

• https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/title-registration/vehicle/Pages/default.aspx