Idaho Bill of Sale Template

Fill out a Idaho 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 Idaho

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

Title transfer deadline. After a private sale in Idaho, the buyer has 30 days to apply for a new title and registration. — Idaho Code § 49-504(5), Idaho Legislature (verified via Wayback capture 2026-08-29) ↗
Where to file. Title and registration in Idaho go through the Idaho Transportation Department, Division of Motor Vehicles. — ITD Form 3738 (Rev. 10/23) ↗
Official form. Idaho publishes its own bill of sale form (ITD 3738, Bill of Sale (Rev. 10/23)); the DMV may prefer it for title work, so attach it to this one when in doubt. — ITD Form 3738 (Rev. 10/23) ↗
Odometer. Odometer disclosure is required for vehicles newer than model year 2010 weighing under 16,000 lbs; ITD 3738 includes the odometer declaration. — ITD DMV – Vehicle Titles ↗
Liens. Buyer must present the existing title with signatures releasing the interest of the previous owner or lienholder; electronic liens are released by the lienholder sending an electronic transaction to ITD, which then prints and mails the paper title. — ITD DMV – Vehicle Titles ↗

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

What Idaho requires · as of 2026

Notarization: Not required
Official state form: Yes — DMV provides one
Find it official: Idaho DMV ↗

Source: Idaho ITD (Form ITD 3738) / DMV.ORG · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.

What is a Idaho 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 Idaho, 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 Idaho requires it)

Using it with the Idaho 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 Idaho DMV website before you file, and keep a signed copy.

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Idaho?

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

Does a Idaho bill of sale need to be notarized?

No — Idaho 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: Idaho ITD (Form ITD 3738) / DMV.ORG.

How do I fill out and download the Idaho 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 Idaho 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 Idaho?

Idaho gives the buyer 30 days after the sale to apply for a new title and registration. Source: Idaho Code § 49-504(5), Idaho Legislature (verified via Wayback capture 2026-08-29).

Does Idaho have an official bill of sale form?

Yes — ITD 3738, Bill of Sale (Rev. 10/23). The DMV may prefer it for title work; you can attach it to the bill of sale you generate here. Source: ITD Form 3738 (Rev. 10/23).

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

Title and registration in Idaho are handled by the Idaho Transportation Department, Division of Motor Vehicles. Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: ITD Form 3738 (Rev. 10/23).

How Idaho compares

Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for Idaho: Idaho ITD (Form ITD 3738) / DMV.ORG ↗.

Idaho 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).
Idaho is one of 28 of 51 jurisdictions that publish an official DMV bill of sale form (18 have no official form (any complete bill of sale is accepted); 5 have an official form for some transactions only).

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