How to Fill Out a Bill of Sale in Georgia
A step-by-step guide to every field on a Georgia vehicle bill of sale — with a free filled-in example you can download instantly.
Georgia changes what the price on your bill of sale means: since 2013 the state charges no sales tax on vehicles — instead, a one-time Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) is due at titling, calculated on the value in the state's assessment manual, not on your negotiated price. So fill out the bill of sale accurately — parties, vehicle, VIN, odometer, actual price, date, both signatures — but know that a low price won't shrink the TAVT; the state's book number governs. The bill of sale still matters as the signed record of the deal behind Form MV-1 (the title/tag application), which the buyer files when registering — within 7 business days of purchase for a private sale. (Georgia requires a bill of sale only for 1985-or-older vehicles that do not need a title.) No notary is needed on the title assignment or the bill of sale. Family transfers get a reduced TAVT rate (0.5%), claimed with the affidavit for immediate family — a genuinely different fill-out path worth knowing.
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State rules change. We check these requirements against official state sources, but details can go out of date. Confirm with your state's 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 If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.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
- Current mailing address
- City, state, ZIP code
- Phone number (optional but recommended)
Buyer Information
- Full legal name
- Current mailing address
- City, state, ZIP code
- Phone number (optional)
Vehicle Description
- Vehicle year (4-digit)
- Make (manufacturer — e.g., Ford, Toyota)
- Model (e.g., F-150, Camry)
- Body style (e.g., sedan, pickup, SUV)
- Color
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) — 17 characters, found on the dashboard or door jamb
- Odometer reading at time of sale
Sale Details
- Sale price in US dollars (write out both numerals and words — e.g., "$8,500 — Eight thousand five hundred dollars")
- Payment method (cash, check, electronic transfer)
- Date of sale (month / day / year)
- Note: the buyer pays Georgia tax at registration (TAVT (Title Ad Valorem Tax))
Seller Signature
- Seller's signature (must match title)
- Printed name
- Date signed
Buyer Signature
- Buyer's signature
- Printed name
- Date signed
Get a Pre-Filled Georgia Example
Use the generator above to create a filled-in Georgia bill of sale example in under 60 seconds. Fields are set up for Georgia — no notary section, the GA vehicle tax rules noted, and 7-business-day title transfer deadline noted.
Other Forms Required in Georgia
Along with the bill of sale, you may need these additional documents for a Georgia vehicle transfer:
- Form MV-1 (Motor Vehicle Title/Tag Application)
- Bill of Sale (Form T-7) — for 1985-and-older vehicles
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the price I write change what the buyer pays Georgia?
What is the family TAVT rate and how do we claim it?
Which form actually transfers the Georgia title?
Does Georgia require notarization on the bill of sale?
Georgia Bill of Sale Hub
All requirements, tax rates, deadlines, and forms for Georgia.
View Georgia guide →Form MV-1
Buyer uses MV-1 to apply for a new Georgia title and registration. For a used vehicle, Georgia's 7% Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) is based on the state assessment manual value, not the price on a bill of sale.
Form MV-1 guide →