Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

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A Rhode Island motor vehicle bill of sale is a proof of purchase for the private sale of a vehicle. The completed document provides the parties’ information and the vehicle make, model, year, and purchase price. State law requires a bill of sale to be presented when the buyer registers the vehicle after the title has been transferred.

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Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

Last updated May 24th, 2025

A Rhode Island motor vehicle bill of sale is a proof of purchase for the private sale of a vehicle. The completed document provides the parties’ information and the vehicle make, model, year, and purchase price. State law requires a bill of sale to be presented when the buyer registers the vehicle after the title has been transferred.

Rhode Island Vehicle Registration (3 Steps)

State law requires newly purchased vehicles to be registered before they can be driven on highways.[1]

1. Obtain Bill of Sale and Certificate of Title

Before the buyer can register their vehicle, they must get the Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale and Certificate of Title from the seller.[2] The seller must complete the seller’s information section of the certificate, assigning the title to the buyer.[3]

2. Complete Sales Tax Form and Application

The buyer must complete the following forms before applying for titling and registration:[4]

3. Go to DMV with Required Documents and Payment

After completing the above, the buyer may proceed to the nearest DMV branch and apply for titling and registration by presenting the following[5]:

Vehicle Bill of Sale (Preview)

Sources

  1. §§ 31-3-1, 31-4-4
  2. RI DMV – New Registration (Private Party Sale)
  3. § 31-3.1-12
  4. RI DMV – Titles (Taxes and Titles)
  5. RI DMV – New Registration (Private Party Sale)