How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in British Columbia
A step-by-step guide to every field on a British Columbia vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
In BC the form you actually need to fill out is the APV9T Transfer/Tax Form — the ICBC document an Autoplan broker processes — and the bill of sale is its companion, holding the terms the APV9T doesn't: condition notes, as-is language, included extras. Complete both with matching figures, because the 12% PST (higher luxury bands above $125,000 for passenger vehicles) is assessed on the higher of your price and the Canadian Black Book wholesale value, and disagreeing documents invite exactly the scrutiny sellers want to avoid. The broker's desk finishes everything: transfer, tax, and the buyer's insurance in one sitting.
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Provincial and territorial rules change. We check these requirements against official provincial and territorial sources, but details can go out of date. Confirm with your provincial or territorial motor vehicle agency before you rely on them. If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.
Step-by-Step: Every Field Explained
Seller Information
- Full legal name (exactly as on the vehicle registration)
- Current mailing address
- City, province, postal code
- Phone number (optional but recommended)
Buyer Information
- Full legal name
- Current mailing address
- City, province, postal code
- Phone number (optional)
Vehicle Description
- Vehicle year (4-digit)
- Make (manufacturer — e.g., Ford, Toyota, Honda)
- Model (e.g., F-150, Camry, Civic)
- Body style (e.g., sedan, pickup, SUV, minivan)
- Colour
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) — 17 characters, found on the dashboard plate or driver's door jamb
- Odometer reading at time of sale (km)
Sale Details & Tax
- Sale price in Canadian dollars (write both numerals and words — e.g., "$12,500 — Twelve thousand five hundred dollars")
- Payment method (cash, bank draft, e-transfer)
- Date of sale (day / month / year)
- Note: buyer owes 12% PST on the sale price at registration — calculated by ICBC Autoplan broker
Seller Signature
- Seller's signature
- Printed name
- Date signed
- Sign over the odometer/transfer section on the registration certificate as well
Buyer Signature & Next Steps
- Buyer's signature
- Printed name
- Date signed
Get a Pre-Filled British Columbia Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in British Columbia bill of sale in under 60 seconds. Fields are formatted for Canadian requirements — odometer in kilometres, Canadian date format, BC PST at 12% PST, and 10-day transfer deadline noted.
Other Documents Required in British Columbia
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for a British Columbia vehicle transfer:
- Transfer/Tax Form (APV9T)
- Vehicle Inspection (out-of-province only)
BC requires a vehicle inspection for out-of-province vehicles and a Transfer/Tax Form (APV9T). PST of 12% applies to private vehicle sales based on purchase price or average wholesale value — whichever is greater. PST rates escalate for luxury vehicles over $125,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which BC document actually transfers the vehicle?
How is BC's tax assessed on the figures I write?
What belongs on the bill of sale that the APV9T lacks?
British Columbia Bill of Sale Hub
All requirements, tax rates, transfer deadlines, and forms for British Columbia.
View British Columbia guide →ICBC Autoplan broker
Bring the signed bill of sale + registration certificate within 10 days of the sale.