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North Dakota Bill of Sale

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North Dakota at a glance: Notarization Required: No · Title Transfer Deadline: 5 days from sale · Sales Tax: 5%

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Overview

Bills of Sale in North Dakota

North Dakota requires a bill of sale for motor vehicle private sales. North Dakota charges 5% sales tax on vehicle purchases. The buyer must transfer the title within 5 days at the North Dakota DMV — one of the shortest deadlines in the country. North Dakota does not require notarization for vehicle bills of sale.
Key Facts

North Dakota Bill of Sale — Quick Reference

RequirementNorth Dakota Rule
Notarization RequiredNo
Title Transfer Deadline5 days from sale
Sales Tax5%
Odometer DisclosureRequired
Governing LawN.D. Cent. Code § 39-05-14
Legal Requirements

North Dakota Legal Requirements

  • Seller signs over the title.
  • Bill of sale documents the transaction.
  • Buyer transfers title within 5 days.
  • Buyer pays 5% sales tax.
  • Odometer disclosure required.
Governing Laws

North Dakota Governing Laws

N.D. Cent. Code § 39-05-14
Certificate of Title Transfer
Governs vehicle title transfer in North Dakota.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's North Dakota legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

North Dakota Bill of Sale — Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly must a North Dakota buyer transfer the title?

5 days from the date of sale — one of the shortest deadlines in the country. Buyers must act immediately.

How much is sales tax on a car in North Dakota?

North Dakota charges 5% sales tax on vehicle purchases.

Does North Dakota require a notarized bill of sale?

No. North Dakota does not require notarization for vehicle bills of sale.