Free Quebec General Bill of Sale
A general bill of sale in Quebec is a legal contract recording the private transfer of personal property — furniture, electronics, tools, equipment, jewelry, or any tangible item that does not carry a provincial title. Unlike vehicle sales, there is no government registration step; the signed bill of sale is the sole proof of ownership transfer.
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Quebec General Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Tax Details
GST/HST may apply if the seller is a GST-registered business. Private individual-to-individual sales of used personal property are typically exempt.
Exemption: Gifts between spouses or to direct-line family members (parent, child) may qualify for a QST exemption with a sworn statutory declaration. Inherited vehicles transferred to a beneficiary are also exempt.
Inspection Requirements
No inspection is required for general personal-property sales.
Quebec General Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Full legal names and addresses of buyer and seller
- Clear description of each item (make, model, serial number if applicable)
- Condition: new, used, refurbished, or as-is
- Sale price and payment method
- Date of sale
- Whether the item carries a warranty or is sold as-is
- Both parties sign; keep a copy for at least 3 years
Common Pitfalls
- Vague item descriptions create disputes — always include make, model, and serial number.
- Omitting "as-is" language may allow buyers to claim the item was misrepresented.
- An undated bill of sale is much weaker evidence if a dispute arises.
Pro Tip
The two things that catch Quebec sellers off guard: plates and tax. Remove your plates before handing over the keys if you want to keep them, and never agree to write a lower price on the VD-619 — SAAQ uses the Guide de référence to verify every transaction and will collect QST on whichever value is higher. File your copy of VD-619 alongside the bill of sale and keep both for at least 6 years.