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Florida Bill of Sale
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Florida at a glance: Notarization Required: Yes (for title with lien; recommended otherwise) · Odometer Disclosure: Required for vehicles under 10 years old · Title Transfer Deadline: 30 days from date of sale
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Overview
Bills of Sale in Florida
Florida requires a bill of sale for private motor vehicle sales to support the title transfer at the Florida DMV. Florida also requires an Odometer Disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old. The buyer must transfer the title within 30 days of the sale.
Florida charges a 6% sales tax on vehicle purchases (plus county discretionary surtax), paid by the buyer at the tax collector's office when registering.
Key Facts
Florida Bill of Sale — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Florida Rule |
|---|---|
| Notarization Required | Yes (for title with lien; recommended otherwise) |
| Odometer Disclosure | Required for vehicles under 10 years old |
| Title Transfer Deadline | 30 days from date of sale |
| Sales Tax | 6% state + county surtax (paid by buyer) |
| Governing Law | Fla. Stat. § 319.23 |
Legal Requirements
Florida Legal Requirements
- Buyer must transfer title within 30 days to avoid late fees.
- Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old.
- Bill of sale should include sale price for tax calculation.
- Both parties should retain a signed copy of the bill of sale.
- Seller should remove license plates — plates stay with the seller in Florida.
Governing Laws
Florida Governing Laws
Fla. Stat. § 319.23
Vehicle Title Transfer
Requires title transfer within 30 days of sale. Establishes requirements for title application and bill of sale.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Florida legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Florida Bill of Sale — Frequently Asked Questions
Do license plates stay with the car in Florida?
No. In Florida, license plates belong to the owner, not the vehicle. The seller keeps the plates and can transfer them to another vehicle or surrender them.
Does Florida require a notarized bill of sale?
Notarization is required when there is a lien being released. For a clean title sale between private parties, notarization is not strictly required but is strongly recommended.
What taxes does the buyer pay on a private car sale in Florida?
The buyer pays 6% Florida sales tax plus the county discretionary surtax (varies by county, typically 0.5–1.5%) at the tax collector's office when transferring the title.