Louisiana Bill of Sale Template
Fill out a Louisiana 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.
Heads up: Louisiana commonly requires a vehicle bill of sale to be notarized. Sign it in front of a notary public, and confirm the current rule with the Louisiana DMV.
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Bill of Sale
State of Louisiana
This Bill of Sale is made on __________, between __________ ("Seller"), of __________ , and __________ ("Buyer"), of __________ .
For good and valuable consideration, the Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer the following item: __________ (VIN / serial no.: __________; odometer: __________).
The total sale price is $__________ USD, paid in full on the date above. Condition: Sold as-is, without warranty.
The Seller certifies they are the lawful owner with the right to sell this item, free of liens except as disclosed. The Buyer accepts the item in its stated condition.
What is a Louisiana 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 Louisiana, 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."
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 Louisiana requires it)
Using it with the Louisiana 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 Louisiana DMV website before you file, and keep a signed copy.
Frequently asked questions
Is a bill of sale required in Louisiana?
A bill of sale is strongly recommended for any private sale in Louisiana because it documents the transfer, the price, and the "as-is" condition — protecting both buyer and seller. For a vehicle, the Louisiana DMV may also require it (or its own form) to transfer the title and register the vehicle. Check current requirements with the Louisiana DMV before you file.
Does a Louisiana bill of sale need to be notarized?
Louisiana is one of the states where a vehicle bill of sale is commonly required to be notarized. Sign it in front of a notary public, or confirm the exact rule with the Louisiana DMV before submitting.
How do I fill out and download the Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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.
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