Bill of Sale Types
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Motor Vehicle (DHSMV) Bill of Sale Form Download: PDF |
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How to Register a Vehicle
Go to a Florida DHSMV (Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles) office of your choice and bring the items listed below:
- Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040): Required for the title and registration process.
- Bill of Sale or Invoice: if Florida sales tax may apply.
- Original Title: Must be presented. If held by a lienholder, a state-to-state title transfer request may be needed.
- Photo Identification: Some acceptable forms include a valid driver’s license, state-issued photo ID, or passport.
- Proof of Florida Insurance: A Florida insurance card, policy, or binder is required. Florida requires minimum coverage of:
- $10,000 Personal Injury Protection (PIP) / $10,000 Property Damage Liability (PDL)
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Verification
Out-of-State Purchase
Source: Sarasota County Tax Collector (Bringing a Vehicle to Florida)
Boat (Vessel) Registration Forms
- A signed and dated bill of sale form for used vessels or a manufacturer’s certificate of origin should the vessel be newly purchased.
- A transferred certificate of title for the watercraft, accompanied by a finalized Odometer Disclosure Statement for any boat that was built within the past 10 years (can be found on page 2 of the bill of sale form).
- For vessels that have not previously been registered with the state, the applicant must also provide a certificate of VIN inspection, made available at your nearest police precinct.
- Proof of effective Florida boat insurance policy
- A valid driver’s license, identification card, or passport
- Fund for all stipulated fees and taxes connected with the titling and registration of the vessel
Firearm Registration Forms
Florida does not demand individuals residing in the state to formally register an obtained firearm with the state or municipal authorities. In order to acquire licensure to carry a weapon will require residents to be eligible (per Florida Statute – § 790.06), and to apply by presenting the following documents for review:
- Proof of fulfillment of a state-approved firearm safety program with a valid certificate complete with the signature of a qualified instructor.
- A standard fingerprint identification card (provided by your local law enforcement agency)
- Two passport-type color photographs for the applicant (taken within 30 days of application)
- Payment in the form of a debit card, credit card, or e-check
- When you have gathered the listed materials, you can then begin the process electronically by filling out the Online Concealed Weapon or Firearm License Application.



