New Orleans, LA Bill of Sale

New Orleans is Louisiana's largest city and has a uniquely diverse vehicle market influenced by tourism, port commerce, and the post-Katrina rebuilding economy. Louisiana requires a notarized document in every vehicle transfer — the title assignment, the bill of sale, or the invoice — and a separate bill of sale is not required if the selling price is on the title assignment. The New Orleans area OMV offices are the starting point for all title transfers, and the combined state and local sales tax can reach up to 10.45% in Orleans Parish.

Title Transfer Deadline

40 days

The 40 days is the sales-tax due date after the sale; the tax is paid when applying for title and registration.

Sales Tax

5% state

Notarization

Title or bill of sale

One notarized document is enough: the bill of sale, the invoice or the title assignment.

Bill of Sale

Only in some situations

Not needed if the sale price is written on the title assignment; otherwise a notarized bill of sale or invoice showing the price is required.

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Louisiana Requirements: A notarized title or bill of sale is needed. The 40 days is the sales-tax due date after the sale; the tax is paid when applying for title and registration. 5% sales tax.

Seller Information

Full Name *

Street Address *

City *

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ZIP Code *

Phone

Buyer Information

Full Name *

Street Address *

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

Phone

Vehicle Details

Year *

Make *

Model *

VIN *

Color *

Mileage *

License Plate

Odometer reading is accurate to the best of my knowledge

Lien Holder (if applicable)

Sale Information

Sale Price ($) *

Payment Method *

Date of Sale *

County of Sale (if known)

Applicable Taxes Paid By

Condition & Warranty

Sold AS-IS (no warranty)

Warranty Details (if applicable)

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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 We check these requirements against official state sources, but details can go out of date.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 If you notice anything wrong or outdated, email support@billofsale.app.

Bill of Sale in New Orleans, LA — Local Guide

Where to Transfer a Title in New Orleans

Louisiana OMV – New Orleans Regional Office, 4400 Touro St, New Orleans, LA 70122
Louisiana OMV – Algiers Branch, 3520 General De Gaulle Dr, New Orleans, LA 70114
Louisiana OMV – Harvey (Jefferson Parish), 1400 Stumpf Blvd, Harvey, LA 70058
Louisiana OMV – Metairie Regional Office, 2936 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001

New Orleans Vehicle Market — What You Need to Know

Louisiana's OMV accepts a vehicle transfer when the bill of sale, the invoice, or the title assignment is notarized — at least one notarized document is required.
Notary services are widely available throughout New Orleans at banks, UPS stores, shipping centers, law offices, and even some pharmacies.
Orleans Parish adds local taxes on top of Louisiana's 5.0% state rate (raised from 4.45% effective January 1, 2025), pushing the combined vehicle sales tax into the 9–11% range.
If the selling price is not written on the title assignment, the OMV requires an original notarized bill of sale or invoice showing the price.
New Orleans has a high volume of flood-salvage and rebuilt-title vehicles due to hurricane history — always run a CARFAX report and check for prior flood damage.

Tips for New Orleans Buyers and Sellers

Arrange notarization before meeting the seller — the OMV will not accept a transfer without a notarized title assignment, bill of sale or invoice.
UPS Stores, Chase Bank branches, and many law offices throughout New Orleans offer notary services — call ahead to confirm availability and pricing.
Always obtain a CARFAX or AutoCheck report on any New Orleans area vehicle to check for prior flood damage from hurricanes Katrina, Ida, or other events.
If the title assignment is the notarized document, the seller signs it in front of the notary — arrange for a location where both parties can be present.
Factor in the approximately 10.45% combined Orleans Parish tax when calculating the true cost of your vehicle purchase.

New Orleans Bill of Sale — FAQs

Is notarization really required for a car bill of sale in New Orleans?

A notary is required, but not necessarily on the bill of sale. The OMV accepts the file if the bill of sale, the invoice, or the title assignment is notarized, and a separate bill of sale is not required if the selling price is on the title assignment. If you rely on a bill of sale for the price, it must be the original, notarized.

Where can I find a notary in New Orleans for my car sale?

Notaries are widely available across New Orleans — at UPS Stores, banks (Chase, Whitney, Capital One), law offices in the CBD, credit unions, and many shipping/print centers. Call ahead to confirm availability; some require appointments.

What is the car sales tax rate in New Orleans?

The combined vehicle sales tax in New Orleans (Orleans Parish) falls in the 9–11% range, consisting of Louisiana's 5.0% state rate (raised from 4.45% effective January 1, 2025) plus local parish and city taxes.

For full Louisiana vehicle transfer requirements, visit the Louisiana Bill of Sale page.

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