Alabama Motor Vehicle (DMV) Bill of Sale Form

• Purchase price ($)
• Date of sale
• Buyer’s name and address
• Trade-in allowance (if any)
• Sales tax paid (if purchased from a licensed vehicle dealer)

Source: Dallas County, Alabama – Vehicle Registration

The buyer must bring the following documents to a Driver’s License Office Location within 20 days from the date of purchase ($15 penalty if later):

• Vehicle bill of sale
• Odometer disclosure statement (Form MVT 5-5)
• Application for certificate of title (Form MVT 20-1)
• Original certificate of title: Required for all model year vehicles under 35 years old.
  • No Title: If the buyer does not have the title, a replacement must be requested (apply online).
• Driver’s license: That includes a local county address. If no local county address, proof of residency is required (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or an affidavit of residency).
• Proof of insurance: Must be current and valid (insurance card is recommended).
• Tag receipt: If an older vehicle was used as a trade-in.
• VIN inspection form: If the vehicle was purchased from out of state.

Source: Lee County, Alabama – Registration Requirements