Free Mississippi Gift Bill of Sale
Mississippi allows immediate family members to gift a vehicle without paying the state's 5% sales tax, provided the relationship is clearly documented and the word "GIFT" is written on the bill of sale. Mississippi has one of the shortest title transfer windows in the country — just 7 days — so the recipient must visit their county tax collector's office quickly after taking possession. No safety or emissions inspection is required, keeping the process straightforward.
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Gifting a vehicle to a family member is a zero-dollar transfer, but the DMV still needs a bill of sale to process the title change. Our guide explains how the bill of sale and title work together and what recipients must show to claim the family-gift tax exemption. Read: Bill of Sale vs Title: What's the Difference? →
Mississippi Gift Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Mississippi DOR
Mississippi Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Licensing Bureau
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Inspection Requirements
No statewide safety or emissions inspection required
Mississippi Gift Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Confirm the donor's Mississippi title is clear of liens — obtain a lien release letter if necessary
- Write "GIFT" prominently on the bill of sale and state the relationship between donor and recipient
- Donor signs the back of the title, completing the odometer disclosure and assignment section
- Recipient gathers proof of identity and Mississippi residency
- Visit the county tax collector's office within 7 days of the gift date
- Pay the title fee, tag fee, and any applicable ad valorem taxes (these are separate from the sales tax exemption)
- Obtain Mississippi auto insurance in the recipient's name before driving
Common Pitfalls
- The 7-day transfer window is one of the strictest in the US — missing it results in penalty fees at the tax collector's office
- Not writing "GIFT" and the family relationship on the bill of sale can cause the DOR to assess the full 5% sales tax on the vehicle's value
- Only immediate family qualifies: spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, and grandchild — cousins and in-laws do not
- Ad valorem (property) taxes on the vehicle are still owed by the recipient regardless of the gift exemption
- An out-of-state title must be surrendered and a Mississippi title applied for before registration, which extends the process
Mississippi Gift Bill of Sale — FAQs
Which county office handles the title transfer?
Vehicle titles and registrations in Mississippi are handled by the county tax collector's office in the county where the recipient resides, not a central state office.
Is a notarized bill of sale required for a gift in Mississippi?
Mississippi does not require notarization for a standard vehicle gift bill of sale, but having it notarized adds authenticity and can prevent disputes over the transaction.
Do I still owe Mississippi sales tax if I gift the car to my adult child who lives in another state?
If the recipient registers the vehicle outside Mississippi, that state's gift or use-tax rules govern. You should still document the gift properly in case either state's tax authority inquires.
What taxes will the recipient owe at the tax collector's office?
The 5% sales tax is waived for qualifying gifts. However, the recipient owes the title fee, tag (registration) fee, and annual ad valorem property taxes based on the vehicle's assessed value.
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