Free Kansas Gift Bill of Sale
Gifting a vehicle in Kansas to an immediate family member avoids the state's 6.5% sales tax — on a $20,000 vehicle that's $1,300 saved. Use Kansas Form TR-12 (Bill of Sale) and write 'GIFT' as the consideration, noting the family relationship. Title transfers are processed by the county treasurer in the recipient's county within a 60-day window.
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Kansas Gift Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Kansas Gift Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Sign the back of the existing Kansas title over to the recipient with odometer disclosure
- Complete Kansas Form TR-12 (Bill of Sale) — write 'GIFT' as consideration and state the family relationship (e.g., 'parent to child')
- If the vehicle has a lien, obtain a lien release from the lender before visiting the county treasurer
- Visit the county treasurer's office in the recipient's county within 60 days of the gift
- Submit the signed title, TR-12, and any supporting documents at the treasurer's office
- Pay title transfer and registration fees (no 6.5% sales tax for qualifying family gifts)
- Recipient receives a new Kansas title in their name
Common Pitfalls
- Using a generic bill of sale instead of Form TR-12 — the Kansas county treasurer may require the official TR-12 form for gift transactions; always use the state-issued form
- Gifting to a grandparent or grandchild expecting an exemption — Kansas's family gift exemption only covers spouse, parent, child, and sibling; grandparents and grandchildren are not included and may owe 6.5% sales tax
- Missing the 60-day title transfer window — Kansas charges penalty fees for late transfers; the clock starts on the date of the gift
- Not noting the specific family relationship on TR-12 — the county treasurer needs to see the relationship documented to waive sales tax
- Failing to resolve an outstanding lien — Kansas will not issue a new title if the existing title shows an active lienholder without a corresponding lien release
Kansas Gift Bill of Sale — FAQs
Where do I go to transfer a gifted vehicle title in Kansas?
Kansas title transfers are handled at the county treasurer's office, not a central DMV. Go to the treasurer's office in the county where the recipient will register the vehicle. Bring the signed title, completed TR-12, and your bill of sale.
Does Kansas exempt grandparents and grandchildren from the gift tax?
No. Kansas's vehicle gift sales tax exemption covers only spouse, parent, child, and sibling. Grandparents and grandchildren are not included in the exemption. Those transfers would be subject to the 6.5% sales tax based on the vehicle's fair market value.
What is Kansas Form TR-12?
TR-12 is Kansas's official Bill of Sale for vehicle transactions. For a gift, write 'GIFT' in the consideration field and note your family relationship to the recipient. The form is available at the Kansas Division of Vehicles website or at your county treasurer's office.
How long do I have to transfer the title after gifting a car in Kansas?
Kansas allows 60 days from the gift date to complete the title transfer at the county treasurer's office. This is a longer window than many states. After 60 days, penalty fees apply.
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