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Arizona Form 96-0236 — Bill of Sale

Arizona Form 96-0236 is the state's official bill of sale for private sales of motor vehicles, watercraft, and trailers. While not strictly mandatory, submitting it alongside the title transfer eliminates questions at the MVD counter and establishes a clear paper trail for the 5.6% state use tax calculation.

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Vehicle Bill of Sale · Arizona
Arizona Requirements: Transfer title within 15 days. 5.6% sales tax.

Seller Information

Buyer Information

Vehicle Details

Sale Information

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About Form 96-0236

Official name: Arizona Form 96-0236 — Bill of Sale for a Motor Vehicle, Watercraft, or Trailer

Issued by: Arizona Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Division

Purpose: Documents the sale price, odometer, and parties for Arizona's vehicle title transfer process. MVD uses it to verify the taxable sale price.

When required: Recommended for all private vehicle sales in Arizona. Buyer must title the vehicle within 15 days of purchase to avoid late penalties.

Arizona Vehicle Sale Requirements

Bill of Sale Required
Yes
Notarization Required
No
Title Transfer Deadline
15 days
Sales Tax Rate
5.6%

Required Fields on Form 96-0236

To be accepted by the Arizona MVD, your bill of sale must include:

  • Seller name and address
  • Buyer name and address
  • Year, make, model
  • VIN
  • Odometer reading
  • Sale price (for 5.6% use tax)
  • Date of sale
  • Seller and buyer signatures

Official Source

Download the official Form 96-0236 directly from Arizona MVD, or use our free generator above to pre-fill a compliant Arizona bill of sale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arizona Form 96-0236 required for a private car sale?
It is not legally mandatory, but it is strongly recommended. MVD accepts any written bill of sale — Form 96-0236 simply ensures all required fields are present. Using it speeds up the title transfer window.
What is Arizona's sales tax rate on vehicle sales?
Arizona charges a 5.6% state use tax on private vehicle sales, calculated on the sale price listed in the bill of sale. Some cities add a local tax of 0.5%–2.5%.
Where can I download Form 96-0236?
From the Arizona MVD website at azdot.gov. It is a fillable PDF. You can also generate a pre-filled Arizona-specific bill of sale using our free tool above.