Hawaii Bill of Sale PDF
Hawaii at a glance: Notarization Required: No · Title Transfer Deadline: 30 days from sale · Tax: 4% GET + 0.5% county surcharge (most counties)
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Bills of Sale in Hawaii
Hawaii requires a bill of sale for motor vehicle private sales to support title transfer at the Hawaii DMV. Hawaii charges 4% General Excise Tax (GET) on vehicle sales plus 0.5% county surcharge in most counties.
Vehicle registration in Hawaii is handled at the county level. The buyer must register the vehicle in their county within 30 days.
Hawaii Bill of Sale — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Hawaii Rule |
|---|---|
| Notarization Required | No |
| Title Transfer Deadline | 30 days from sale |
| Tax | 4% GET + 0.5% county surcharge (most counties) |
| Registration | At county level |
| Governing Law | Haw. Rev. Stat. § 286-51 |
Hawaii Legal Requirements
- Seller signs over the title.
- Bill of sale documents the transaction.
- Buyer registers at county motor vehicle office within 30 days.
- GET paid at registration.
- Odometer disclosure required.
Hawaii Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Hawaii legal resources or your state legislature's official website.