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Free North Dakota Car Bill of Sale

North Dakota car sales use Form SFN 2872. The 5% motor vehicle excise tax has no local add-on. The 90-day title transfer deadline is one of the most relaxed in the US.

North Dakota Requirements: Transfer title within 30 days. 5% sales tax.

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North Dakota Car Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Motor Vehicle Title Application
Agency
North Dakota Department of Transportation – Motor Vehicle
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
5%
Title Required
Yes
North Dakota title must be transferred within 90 days — one of the longest deadlines in the US. Processed at county tax offices or NDDOT.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

North Dakota charges a 5% motor vehicle excise tax on sale price. No local vehicle sales tax add-on.

Inspection Requirements

North Dakota does not require a state safety or emissions inspection.

North Dakota Car Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete SFN 2872 with VIN, year, make, model, odometer, sale price.
  2. Seller signs the title over to buyer.
  3. Buyer takes SFN 2872 + signed title to county tax office within 90 days.
  4. Buyer pays 5% excise tax + title fee + registration fees.

Common Pitfalls

  • Missing the 90-day deadline — even with the longer window, document promptly.
  • Odometer disclosure required on vehicles under 10 years old.
  • County tax office is the typical transfer location.

Pro Tip

ND car: SFN 2872 + county tax office + 90-day transfer + 5% excise tax.

North Dakota Car Bill of Sale — FAQs

What is North Dakota's vehicle excise tax?
North Dakota charges a 5% motor vehicle excise tax on the purchase price. Unlike general sales tax, no local taxes are added on top for vehicle purchases.
How long do I have to transfer a title in North Dakota?
North Dakota gives buyers 90 days to transfer a vehicle title — one of the most generous deadlines in the country.