Free Mississippi Free Printable Bill of Sale
Mississippi has no official state bill of sale form for vehicles; a clearly written or printed document can serve as the bill of sale when one is needed. The buyer must apply for registration and a new title at their county tax collector's office within 30 working days of delivery.
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Mississippi Free Printable Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
DOR
Mississippi Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Licensing Bureau
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
See state rules
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Mississippi Free Printable Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Write seller's and buyer's full legal names and addresses on the bill of sale
- Include the full 17-digit VIN, year, make, model, and current odometer reading
- State the purchase price — the record of the deal (the 5% casual sales tax is based on the DOR's assessed value, not this price)
- Both parties sign and date the document
- Seller assigns the certificate of title by completing the transfer section on the back
- Buyer brings the assigned title (and a BOS if the vehicle needs one) to the county tax collector within 30 working days
- Retain a copy of the signed BOS — Mississippi has no official receipt system for private sales
Common Pitfalls
- Missing the 30-working-day deadline means late penalties and potential registration complications
- Assuming a notary is needed — the DOR lists no notary for an ordinary sale
- No official BOS form exists, so it is up to you to include the VIN, price, date, names, and signatures — an incomplete BOS is a weak record
- Buyers who drive the vehicle before obtaining temporary tags or registration risk fines
- Sellers should notify the DOR that the vehicle has been sold to protect themselves from liability for subsequent violations
Mississippi Free Printable Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does Mississippi require a notarized bill of sale?
The DOR's steps for an ordinary private sale don't list a notary — both the buyer and seller sign. Notarization appears only in special cases, such as the bill of sale for an imported vehicle.
Where does the buyer go to transfer title in Mississippi?
The buyer visits the county tax collector's office in the county where they reside. They bring the seller-assigned title (plus a bill of sale where one is required) within 30 working days of delivery.
Is a vehicle inspection required after purchase?
Mississippi does not have a mandatory vehicle safety or emissions inspection requirement for private sales. However, buyers should perform a pre-purchase mechanical check.
How many copies of the bill of sale should we make?
At least two copies — one for the buyer's records and one for the seller to keep as proof the vehicle was sold.
What if I miss the 30-working-day deadline?
Late title transfer fees apply. The longer you wait, the higher the penalty. Contact your county tax collector's office as soon as possible if you have missed the deadline.