South Dakota 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 South Dakota

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

Title transfer deadline. After a private sale in South Dakota, the buyer has 45 days to apply for a new title and registration. — SD DOR, All Vehicles - Title, Fees & Registration ↗
Where to file. Title and registration in South Dakota go through the South Dakota Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division. — SD DOR, All Vehicles - Title, Fees & Registration ↗
Official form. South Dakota publishes its own bill of sale form (Bill of Sale Form 1025); the DMV may prefer it for title work, so attach it to this one when in doubt. — SD DOR, Bill of Sale Form 1025 (dorresources.sd.gov) ↗
Odometer. South Dakota provides a state Odometer Disclosure Form 1021 (sddor.seamlessdocs.com/f/1021) for title transfers. — SD DOR, Cars, Trucks & Vans ↗
Liens. The lienholder must have the lien released by the county treasurer within 20 days after final payment. — SD DOR, All Vehicles - Title, Fees & Registration ↗

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

What South Dakota requires · as of 2026

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

Source: South Dakota DMV (Form MV-016) · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.

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Using it with the South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota quitclaim deed page sets out the state’s signing and recording rules.

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in South Dakota?

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

Does a South Dakota bill of sale need to be notarized?

No — South Dakota 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: South Dakota DMV (Form MV-016).

How do I fill out and download the South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

South Dakota gives the buyer 45 days after the sale to apply for a new title and registration. Source: SD DOR, All Vehicles - Title, Fees & Registration.

Does South Dakota have an official bill of sale form?

Yes — Bill of Sale Form 1025. The DMV may prefer it for title work; you can attach it to the bill of sale you generate here. Source: SD DOR, Bill of Sale Form 1025 (dorresources.sd.gov).

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

Title and registration in South Dakota are handled by the South Dakota Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division. Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: SD DOR, All Vehicles - Title, Fees & Registration.

How South Dakota compares

Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for South Dakota: South Dakota DMV (Form MV-016) ↗.

South Dakota 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).
South Dakota 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 South Dakota requires

The figures below are South Dakota'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 South Dakota page for that document.

Security deposit cap · as of 2026: 1 month's rent S.D. Codified Laws §43-32-6.1 & §43-32-24 ↗
Deposit return deadline · as of 2026: 14 days after move-out S.D. Codified Laws §43-32-6.1 & §43-32-24 ↗
Notice to end a month-to-month tenancy · as of 2026: 30 days S.D. Codified Laws §43-32-6.1 & §43-32-24 ↗
Small claims limit · as of 2026: $12,000 SDCL 16-12C-13 (jurisdictional limit); SDCL ch. 15-39 (small claims procedure) ↗
Where you file · as of 2026: Small claims procedure in Magistrate Court / Circuit Court (SD Unified Judicial System) · filing fee $24.84 to $42.84 all-in by claim size per the official UJS schedule: up to $100 = $24.84; $100.01-$1,000 = $30.84; $1,000.01-$3,999.99 = $40.84; $4,000-$12,000 = $42.84; add $11.84 per additional defendant (totals include certified-mail service). SDCL 16-12C-13 (jurisdictional limit); SDCL ch. 15-39 (small claims procedure) ↗
Rental application fee · as of July 2026: No statutory limit South Dakota Codified Laws ↗
Power of attorney signing · as of 2026: Notarization required S.D. Codified Laws §59-12-4 (form §59-12-41) ↗
LLC operating agreement · as of 2026: Not required by statute, but it controls over the default rules SDCL §§ 47-34A-101(14), 47-34A-103 ↗
Recording a deed · as of 2026: County Register of Deeds (SDCL 43-28-1 — 'must be recorded by the register of deeds of the county in which the real property... is situated') · no witnesses SDCL 43-25-26 ↗

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