Free Maryland Free Printable Bill of Sale

Maryland has no mandatory bill of sale form for an ordinary private sale — the MVA asks for a bill of sale "if applicable" — and a clearly printed or typed document records the sale; no notarization is required. Buyers should visit a Maryland MVA branch promptly — the MVA may add a service fee if the title and application arrive more than 30 days after delivery — to complete the title transfer, paying the 6.5% excise tax — assessed on book value if a vehicle under 7 years old sold $500 or more below it. Print a signed copy for each party, plus one for the MVA if a bill of sale applies to your sale.

Maryland Requirements: Maryland sets no fixed day count: apply promptly after delivery; MVA may charge an extra fee if the title paperwork arrives more than 30 days after delivery. 6.5% excise tax.

Seller Information

Full Name *

Street Address *

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

Phone

Buyer Information

Full Name *

Street Address *

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

Phone

Free Printable 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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Maryland Free Printable Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form

Standard bill of sale

Agency

Maryland MVA

Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration

Primary ID Field

VIN

Sales Tax

Title Required

Yes

The seller must sign the back of the Maryland certificate of title over to the buyer and complete the odometer disclosure. Maryland titles include a built-in assignment section — if the title is not available, a completed MVA form is required. Title transfers are processed at any Maryland MVA branch.

Inspection

Not required

Sales Tax Details

Maryland charges a 6.5% excise tax on private vehicle sales. For a used vehicle under 7 years old, it is calculated on the purchase price unless that price is $500 or more below the vehicle's book value, in which case book value is used. This is collected at the time of title transfer.

Exemption: Some transfers between immediate family members may be exempt from, or taxed differently under, Maryland's 6.5% excise tax. Confirm eligibility, the amount due, and the documentation required with the MVA.

Inspection Requirements

Maryland eliminated its mandatory safety inspection requirement for vehicle sales in 2020. There is no longer a state safety inspection or emissions test required for private vehicle transactions. The buyer simply needs to ensure the vehicle is insured before registering it.

Maryland Free Printable Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

Print a copy of the bill of sale for the buyer and the seller (plus one for the MVA if applicable)
Include the vehicle year, make, model, full 17-character VIN, color, and current odometer reading
State the exact sale price and date of the transaction — on a vehicle under 7 years old, the MVA compares it to book value
Write both parties' complete legal names and where they live now
Have both parties sign and date every copy of the bill of sale
Ensure the seller has signed the title assignment on the back of the Maryland certificate of title with odometer disclosure
Gather proof of current Maryland auto insurance before visiting the MVA
Visit a Maryland MVA branch within 30 days of delivery (the MVA may add a service fee after that) with the signed title, bill of sale (if applicable), proof of insurance, and payment for the 6.5% excise tax and registration fees

Common Pitfalls

Book-value line on excise tax: for a vehicle under 7 years old, a purchase price $500 or more below book value is taxed on book value. Buyers who negotiated a price well below market will owe tax on that figure — a common budget surprise.
Missing the 30-day mark: if the MVA does not receive the title and application within 30 days after delivery, it may assess an additional service fee (Transportation §13-112(c)). Do not wait until day 29.
Assuming inspections are still required: Maryland eliminated its mandatory safety inspection requirement in 2020. Some buyers still expect to need an inspection and are confused when the MVA does not ask for one — the process is simpler than it used to be.
Incomplete title assignment: The back of the Maryland title must be fully signed by the seller, including the odometer disclosure. An incomplete assignment will cause the MVA to reject the title and require corrective paperwork.
Not asking about family transfers: if the transfer is between immediate family members, confirm with the MVA before your visit whether it qualifies for different excise tax treatment.

Pro Tip

Maryland's safety inspection is still required before most used vehicles can be titled (the certificate is valid 90 days; transfers between spouses or between a parent and child are exempt). After the inspection, the main post-sale task is visiting an MVA branch within 30 days — budget for the 6.5% excise tax — on book value if a newer vehicle sold $500 or more below it — to avoid surprises at the counter.

Maryland Free Printable Bill of Sale — FAQs

Does Maryland have an official vehicle bill of sale form?

No mandatory form for an ordinary private sale — the MVA asks for a bill of sale "if applicable". The MVA-designed notarized bill of sale that some below-book sales used was repealed effective October 1, 2026. A printed bill of sale with the vehicle description, sale price, date, and both parties' signatures is a solid record.

Is notarization required on a Maryland vehicle bill of sale?

No. Both parties simply sign the document. Until September 30, 2026, a notarized MVA bill of sale was used for some below-book-value sales; that route was repealed effective October 1, 2026.

Does Maryland still require a safety inspection when buying a used vehicle?

No. Maryland eliminated its mandatory vehicle safety inspection requirement for private sales in 2020. You no longer need an inspection certificate to complete a title transfer or register a vehicle purchased privately — simply bring your signed documents and proof of insurance.

How is Maryland's 6.5% excise tax calculated, and what if I bought the vehicle below market value?

For a used vehicle less than 7 years old bought from a private seller, the MVA taxes the purchase price if it is less than $500 below book value, and the book value if the price is $500 or more below it. A discount for mechanical issues or a distressed sale does not change that once the price crosses the $500 line; the notarized bill-of-sale route that used to allow the lower price was repealed effective October 1, 2026.

How long do I have to complete the title transfer in Maryland?

Maryland law says to apply promptly after delivery, and the MVA may assess an additional service fee if it does not receive the title and application within 30 days after delivery of the vehicle (Transportation §13-112(c)).