One buyer and one seller are required to sign. Notarization is only required if the vehicle has been rebuilt or if the Department of Revenue has specifically requested it for the particular sale.

When someone purchases a vehicle, they have 30 days from the date of purchase to register it with the state of Missouri.^[1] A vehicle owner can renew their registration every year or every two years, depending on their preference.^[2] They can do this online, by mail, or in-person at any Missouri license office.

Where to Register

Vehicle owners can register their vehicles at any Missouri license office.

Required Documents

• Bill of Sale;
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 1545);
• Certificate of Title (can apply for this at the Missouri Department of Revenue);
• Application for Missouri Title and License (Form 108);
• Valid driver’s license;
• Missouri Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney if an individual other than the owner is registering the vehicle for them;
• Registration Fees; and
• Proof of Insurance with Minimum Requirements:^[3]
  • $25,000 per person for bodily injury;
  • $25,000 per accident for property; and
  • $50,000 per accident for bodily injury.