New York Bill of Sale Template
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Maintained by Rapi Stack · Every state-specific figure on this page is cited to its statute or official agency page · Dataset last verified 2026 · Not legal advice.
How a bill of sale is used in New York
Practical steps that follow the sale in New York — where the title goes, deadlines, and forms — each taken from the state agency or statute.
- Where to file. Title and registration in New York go through the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. — NY DMV, Buy, Sell, or Transfer Vehicle Ownership ↗
- Official form. New York publishes its own bill of sale form (Vehicle Bill of Sale, Form MV-912 (11/21)); the DMV may prefer it for title work, so attach it to this one when in doubt. — NY DMV Form MV-912 (11/21) ↗
Each point links to the New York source it was taken from. Rules change; confirm before relying on them.
What New York requires · as of 2026
- Notarization
- Not required
- Official state form
- Yes — DMV provides one
- Find it official
- New York DMV ↗
Source: New York DMV (Form MV-912) · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.
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Using it with the New York 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 New York DMV website before you file, and keep a signed copy.
Transferring land or a house? A bill of sale doesn’t cover real estate — that takes a deed, signed and recorded in the local land records. For a transfer between family members or into your own LLC, the New York quitclaim deed page sets out the state’s signing and recording rules.
Frequently asked questions
Is a bill of sale required in New York?
A bill of sale is strongly recommended for any private sale in New York because it documents the transfer, the price, and the "as-is" condition — protecting both buyer and seller. For a vehicle, the New York DMV may also require it (or its own form) to transfer the title and register the vehicle. Check current requirements with the New York DMV before you file.
Does a New York bill of sale need to be notarized?
No — New York 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: New York DMV (Form MV-912).
How do I fill out and download the New York 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 New York 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.
Does New York have an official bill of sale form?
Yes — Vehicle Bill of Sale, Form MV-912 (11/21). The DMV may prefer it for title work; you can attach it to the bill of sale you generate here. Source: NY DMV Form MV-912 (11/21).
Where do I register a vehicle bought from a private seller in New York?
Title and registration in New York are handled by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: NY DMV, Buy, Sell, or Transfer Vehicle Ownership.
How New York compares
Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for New York: New York DMV (Form MV-912) ↗.
- New York 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).
- New York 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).
The rest of what New York requires
The figures below are New York's, not national averages — each one is the value we verified for this state, with the statute it comes from. Follow a row to the full New York page for that document.
- Security deposit cap · as of 2026
- 1 month's rent N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §7-108 ↗
- Deposit return deadline · as of 2026
- 14 days after move-out N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §7-108 ↗
- Notice to end a month-to-month tenancy · as of 2026
- 30 days N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §7-108 ↗
- Notice for unpaid rent · as of 2026
- 14 days to pay or quit N.Y. Real Prop. Acts. Law § 711(2); N.Y. Real Prop. Law § 226-c ↗
- Small claims limit · as of 2026
- $10,000 NYC Civil Court Act § 1801; UCCA § 1801; UJCA § 1801 ↗
- Where you file · as of 2026
- Small Claims Part of NYC Civil Court / City Court / Town or Village Justice Court · filing fee NYC Civil Court and City Courts: $15 for claims of $1,000 or less, $20 over $1,000 (CCA § 1803; UCCA § 1803). Town and Village Courts: $10 up to $1,000, $15 over (UJCA § 1803). NYC Civil Court Act § 1801; UCCA § 1801; UJCA § 1801 ↗
- Rental application fee · as of July 2026
- Capped at $20 (or actual cost, whichever is less) NY Senate — Real Property Law ↗
- Power of attorney signing · as of 2026
- Notarization required · 2 witnesses N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §5-1501B (form §5-1513) ↗
- LLC operating agreement · as of 2026
- Required by statute N.Y. LLC Law § 417 (written operating agreement required; 90-day window) ↗
- Recording a deed · as of 2026
- County Clerk (in the four NYC boroughs other than Staten Island, the NYC City Register) · no witnesses NY Real Property Law § 291 ↗
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