Alabama Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

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Alabama Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

An Alabama motor vehicle bill of sale records the transfer of vehicle ownership between a buyer and seller. It should include both parties’ information, a vehicle description, the date of acquisition, and the purchase price. It is required that both buyer and seller sign the document for it to be accepted at a local licensing office.

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An Alabama motor vehicle bill of sale records the transfer of vehicle ownership between a buyer and seller. It should include both parties’ information, a vehicle description, the date of acquisition, and the purchase price. It is required that both buyer and seller sign the document for it to be accepted at a local licensing office.

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How to Register (3 Steps)

Buyers of new or used vehicles in Alabama have 20 days to register.[1] Failure to do so will result in a late registration fee.[2]

1. Gather Paperwork

The following paperwork is required to complete the registration process[3]:

  • Title – The vehicle’s title signed by seller and assigned to buyer.
  • Government-issued ID
  • Bill of sale – Complete with all legally required info including both signatures.[4]
  • Proof of Alabama liability insurance 

2. Go to a Licensing Office

With the paperwork gathered, the owner can register the vehicle through the Vehicle Licensing Office in the owner’s county.[5] The following will take place at the licensing office[6]:

  1. The owner will apply for Certificate of Title using the assigned title and bill of sale (an application fee is required).
  2. A county licensing official will verify the liability insurance (or ask for proof of insurance).
  3. The official will complete a VIN and ownership documentation inspection.
  4. The owner will pay the registration fees.

3. Obtain Plates

If all the above is completed successfully, the vehicle will be registered and the owner will receive their plates. New titles are normally issued within 10-15 days of application.[7]

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Sources

  1. § 40-12-260(4)(a)
  2. § 40-12-260(5)
  3. Alabama Department of Revenue – Registration FAQs
  4. § 810-5-1-.246
  5. Alabama Department of Revenue – Registration FAQs
  6. Alabama Department of Revenue – Registration FAQ
  7. Alabama Department of Revenue – Titles FAQs