Bill of Sale Types
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Motor Vehicle (DMV) Bill of Sale Form |
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How to Register a Vehicle
Arrive at your nearest local North Carolina DMV Office with the following forms and documentation:
- Bill of Sale: Optional, but helpful as supporting proof of the transaction.
- Damage Disclosure Statement (MVR-181)
- Driver’s License or ID: The person titling the vehicle must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license or ID.
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (MVR-180)
- Proof of Liability Insurance: Must be from a North Carolina-licensed provider and is required before titling the vehicle.
- Property Taxes: Must be paid for the vehicle being registered.
- Title Application (MVR-1)
Out-of-State Purchase
- Current Out-of-State Registration Card
- One Additional Residency Document: Non-North Carolina residents must also provide one of the following:
- military ID for active-duty military stationed in North Carolina
- student ID showing enrollment in a North Carolina college or university
- Form MVR-614 showing the vehicle is garaged in North Carolina at least six months each year
- court-ordered sale of the vehicle
- registration for a motor home
Source: North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (Title Requirements)
Boat (Vessel) Registration Forms
- A finalized bill of sale form
- A completed and signed North Carolina Vessel Registration and Title Application
- Proof of ownership via one of the following documents:
- For new vessels:
- A manufacturer’s certificate of or origin
- A dealer receipt
- For used vessels:
- A reassigned title
- Prior registration for the boat
- For new vessels:
- An active driver’s license or identification card
- Payment for all registration fees and taxes
Firearm Registration Forms
North Carolina does not designate that residents must formally register a firearm once obtained. In order to buy a gun, an individual will be required to gain access to a Pistol Purchase Permit beforehand. The state law doesn’t stipulate any required licensure for open carry of a long gun (except in certain cities), although, carrying a handgun openly or concealed will necessitate applying for a Concealed Handgun License. To apply, visit your county sheriff’s office with the following gathered materials:
- A filled-out North Carolina Application for Permit to Purchase a Handgun (Form SBI-CHP-5-16)
- Evidence of fulfillment of a hunter safety course from one of the listed accepted instructors.
- Two original fingerprint identification cards
- An up-to-date driver’s license or ID with the correct address
- Proof of citizenship or naturalization via a U.S. Passport, naturalization papers, green card, or another evidentiary document.
- Proper funds to compensate for all necessary fees



