Delaware Bill of Sale Template

Fill out a Delaware bill of sale below and download a clean, print-ready PDF — for a car, boat, trailer, or any general item. Free, no signup. The preview updates as you type.

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How a bill of sale is used in Delaware

Practical steps that follow the sale in Delaware — where the title goes, deadlines, and forms — each taken from the state agency or statute.

Title transfer deadline. After a private sale in Delaware, the buyer has 30 days to apply for a new title and registration. — 21 Del. C. § 2503(a) (Delaware Code Online, Title 21, Ch. 25); also Delaware DMV Vehicle Titling page ↗
Where to file. Title and registration in Delaware go through the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (Delaware Department of Transportation). — Delaware DMV, Vehicle Titling Requirements ↗
Odometer. Delaware requires odometer disclosure on the title for model year 2011 and newer vehicles at every ownership transfer, new title, and also at registration renewal; optional for MY 2010 and older, commercial vehicles over 16,000 lbs GVW, and non-motorized vehicles. — Delaware DMV, Odometer Disclosure Requirements ↗
Liens. If the buyer finances the purchase, the lien is recorded by completing the Lien Section (Section 3) on the back of the Delaware title; the DMV recommends both parties complete the transfer at a DMV office. — Delaware DMV, Transfer a Delaware Vehicle Title ↗

Each point links to the Delaware source it was taken from. Rules change; confirm before relying on them.

What Delaware requires · as of 2026

Notarization: Not required
Official state form: No — use this template
Find it official: Delaware DMV ↗

Source: Delaware DMV · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.

What is a Delaware bill of sale?

A bill of sale is a short document that records the sale of an item from a seller to a buyer. In Delaware, it is most often used for private vehicle sales — but it also works for boats, trailers, firearms, equipment, or any personal property. It proves who sold what, for how much, and on what date, and it typically states the item is sold "as-is."

Firearms: in a number of states, a private firearm sale must be completed through a licensed dealer with a background check — a bill of sale alone does not make the transfer legal there. Check your state’s law before using this template for a firearm.

What to include

Full names and addresses of the buyer and seller
A clear description of the item (for a vehicle: year, make, model, VIN, odometer)
The sale price and the date of sale
The condition or an "as-is" statement
Signatures of both parties (and a notary block where Delaware requires it)

Using it with the Delaware DMV

For a vehicle, the buyer usually needs the signed bill of sale — with the signed title — to transfer ownership and register the vehicle. Some states provide their own official form or require notarization. Confirm the exact documents on the Delaware DMV website before you file, and keep a signed copy.

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Delaware?

A bill of sale is strongly recommended for any private sale in Delaware because it documents the transfer, the price, and the "as-is" condition — protecting both buyer and seller. For a vehicle, the Delaware DMV may also require it (or its own form) to transfer the title and register the vehicle. Check current requirements with the Delaware DMV before you file.

Does a Delaware bill of sale need to be notarized?

No — Delaware does not require a bill of sale to be notarized (as of 2026). Notarizing is optional and adds proof, but isn’t needed to transfer the vehicle. Source: Delaware DMV.

How do I fill out and download the Delaware bill of sale?

Enter the seller, buyer, item, price, and date in the form on this page. The document preview updates as you type. When it looks right, click "Download / Print PDF" and save it or print it — then both parties sign. Keep a copy each.

Is this Delaware bill of sale legally valid?

A bill of sale is generally valid when it accurately identifies the parties and the item, states the price and date, and is signed by both the buyer and the seller. This template covers those elements. It is a general template, not legal advice — for high-value or complex sales, have an attorney review it.

How long do I have to transfer the title after buying a vehicle in Delaware?

Delaware gives the buyer 30 days after the sale to apply for a new title and registration. Source: 21 Del. C. § 2503(a) (Delaware Code Online, Title 21, Ch. 25); also Delaware DMV Vehicle Titling page.

Where do I register a vehicle bought from a private seller in Delaware?

Title and registration in Delaware are handled by the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (Delaware Department of Transportation). Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: Delaware DMV, Vehicle Titling Requirements.

How Delaware compares

Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for Delaware: Delaware DMV ↗.

Delaware is one of 47 of 51 jurisdictions that do not require notarization (3 require a notarized bill of sale for vehicle sales; 1 require notarization only in some situations).
Delaware is one of 18 of 51 jurisdictions that have no official form (any complete bill of sale is accepted) (28 publish an official DMV bill of sale form; 5 have an official form for some transactions only).

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