How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in Prince Edward Island
A step-by-step guide to every field on a Prince Edward Island vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
PEI's bill of sale is completed alongside the seller's clearest duty: a Motor Vehicle Inspection in the seller's name before the sale — or a permit marked "SOLD NOT INSPECTED" — because the buyer cannot register without a valid sticker. Note the MVI's date on the document, complete the standard fields, and write the true price — PEI charges 15% Retail Sales Tax (RST) on it or the Red Book value, whichever is higher, and a copy of the bill of sale goes with the payment. Small province, clean rules: Access PEI processes the transfer within 7 days, and the island's short driving season makes storage and winterization history worth a line of their own.
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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 We check these requirements against official provincial and territorial sources, but details can go out of date.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 If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.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 15% RST on the sale price at registration — calculated by Access PEI
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 Prince Edward Island Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in Prince Edward Island bill of sale in under 60 seconds. Fields are formatted for Canadian requirements — odometer in kilometres, Canadian date format, PE RST at 15% RST, and 7-day transfer deadline noted.
Other Documents Required in Prince Edward Island
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for a Prince Edward Island vehicle transfer:
- Registration permit — the seller signs the application for transfer and writes the buyer's name, address and the sale date on the back
- Notification of Transfer on the registration permit — the seller notifies the Registrar within 7 days
- Motor Vehicle Inspection approval sticker in the seller's name, or "SOLD NOT INSPECTED" written on the permit
- Sworn/Affirmed Statement for Family Transfer of Designated Property (PEI Department of Finance, June 2017) — family transfers only
Private buyers in PEI pay 15% Retail Sales Tax (RST), not HST, on the higher of the price or the Red Book value. The vehicle must pass an inspection in the seller's name before the sale, or be sold marked "SOLD NOT INSPECTED". The buyer has 7 days to register at Access PEI, and the seller keeps the plates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides the inspection on PEI?
How is PEI's tax calculated?
What island-specific line helps?
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Bring the signed bill of sale + registration certificate within 7 days of the sale.