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Virginia Vehicle Bill of Sale Generator

A bill of sale or Vehicle Price Certification (Form SUT-1) is commonly needed when the sale price is not recorded on the title, so the buyer's Sales and Use Tax can be calculated. Keep a signed copy for your records.

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Virginia requirements at a glance

  • ◆Conditional

    Bill of sale

    A bill of sale or Vehicle Price Certification (Form SUT-1) is commonly needed when the sale price is not recorded on the title, so the buyer's Sales and Use Tax can be calculated. Keep a signed copy for your records.

  • ✗No

    Notarization

    Virginia does not require notarization for a standard private-party title assignment.

  • ✓Yes

    Odometer disclosure

    Required by federal law for vehicles under 10 years old; the seller completes the odometer section when assigning the title.

Generate your Virginia bill of sale

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Seller
Buyer
Vehicle
Sale terms
Virginia-specific details

Virginia charges a 4.15% Sales and Use Tax with a $75 minimum on most purchases.

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VEHICLE BILL OF SALE — VIRGINIA This Bill of Sale is made on [DATE] between the Seller and Buyer named below for the vehicle described herein. SELLER Name: [SELLER NAME] Address: [SELLER ADDRESS] BUYER Name: [BUYER NAME] Address: [BUYER ADDRESS] VEHICLE Year: [YEAR] Make: [MAKE] Model: [MODEL] Color: [COLOR] Body type: [BODY TYPE] VIN: [VIN] Odometer: [ODOMETER] SALE TERMS Sale price: $0.00 Sale date: [DATE] Payment method: Not specified VIRGINIA-SPECIFIC DETAILS ODOMETER DISCLOSURE The seller certifies the odometer reading shown above to be the actual mileage of the vehicle, unless one of the following statements is checked: [ ] The mileage stated exceeds the odometer's mechanical limit. [ ] The odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage. Warning: odometer discrepancy. AS-IS SALE The vehicle is sold AS-IS without warranty, expressed or implied. The buyer accepts the vehicle in its current condition. SIGNATURES Seller signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________ Printed name: [SELLER NAME] Buyer signature: _______________________________ Date: ______________ Printed name: [BUYER NAME]

What to do with the bill of sale once it’s printed

Virginia title transfers go through Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Follow these steps in order.

  1. Fill in every field on the bill of sale.
  2. Both parties sign and date. Virginia does not require notarization for private sales.
  3. Print two copies — one each for buyer and seller.
  4. Seller signs the title assignment.
  5. Buyer brings the signed title, this bill of sale, Form VSA 17A, proof of insurance, and fees to a Virginia DMV Customer Service Center within 30 days.

Official Virginia forms & resources

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Virginia?

A bill of sale or Vehicle Price Certification (Form SUT-1) is commonly needed when the sale price is not recorded on the title, so the buyer's Sales and Use Tax can be calculated. Keep a signed copy for your records.

Does the bill of sale need to be notarized in Virginia?

No — Virginia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Virginia does not require notarization for a standard private-party title assignment.

How many copies of the bill of sale should we sign?

Sign at least two original copies — one for the buyer and one for the seller. If a lender or insurance carrier is involved, sign a third copy for them. Each party should keep their copy with their vehicle records for at least 5 years.

What if Virginia has its own official bill of sale form?

Virginia publishes Form VSA 17A — Application for Title and Registration. You can use the official form, the document this generator produces, or both. Some county offices prefer the state-issued form — check with the office that will receive your paperwork.

What's the deadline for the buyer to register the vehicle in Virginia?

Virginia generally expects the buyer to title the vehicle within about 30 days of purchase; a late fee may apply after that. Verify the current deadline with the Virginia DMV.. Missing the deadline can result in late penalties.

Related Virginia resources

🚗Virginia private sale checklist→📄Virginia title transfer checklist→🧮Virginia title transfer cost calculator→📋States that require a bill of sale→✍️States that require notarized titles→🗺️Bill of sale requirements in all 50 states→

Last reviewed: 2026-01-01 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Based on official Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) sources · Independent resource · Not legal advice