New Jersey Bill of Sale Form

A New Jersey bill of sale is a legal document that includes the details of an exchange between a buyer and a seller. Although it is primarily used for vehicle sales, it can also be used for any type of personal property. It should be signed by both parties at the time or after the transaction has taken place.

Updated March 29, 2025

Forms (4)

Vehicle Bill of Sale – Required by the Vehicle Commission Office to register a new or used car/motorcycle.

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Boat Bill of Sale – Required if a new owner wants to register their watercraft and prove a sale.

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General Bill of Sale– A standard form that may be used to transfer any type of personal property.

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Firearm Bill of Sale – Used as a transfer receipt for both parties’ record-keeping.

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Vehicle Registration Forms

Bill of Sale;
Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form OS/SS UTA);
Certificate of Title (apply for a replacement title at a Motor Vehicle Commission center with a Universal Title Application (Form OS/SS-UTA));
Valid driver’s license;
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney is required if an individual other than the owner registers the vehicle on their behalf;
Registration Fees; and
Proof of Insurance with Minimum Requirements:
- $5,000 for the destruction of property;
- $15,000 for bodily injury to one person (per accident); and
- $30,000 for bodily injury to two or more persons (per accident).

Boat Registration Forms

Bill of Sale;
Boat Registration Application (Form BA-51);
Certificate of title;
Registration fees; and
Universal Title Application (Form OS/SS-UTA).