Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

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

Title transfer deadline. After a private sale in Wisconsin, the buyer has 2 days to apply for a new title and registration. — WisDOT DMV – Selling a vehicle: points to remember (two BUSINESS days, if vehicle will be operated) ↗
Where to file. Title and registration in Wisconsin go through the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles (WisDOT DMV). — WisDOT Form MV2928 (4/2016) ↗
Official form. Wisconsin publishes its own bill of sale form (Form MV2928, Instructions for Selling a Vehicle (optional convenience bill of sale; WisDOT states it is not a valid bill of sale for a motor vehicle — no mandatory state form)); the DMV may prefer it for title work, so attach it to this one when in doubt. — WisDOT DMV – Selling a vehicle: points to remember ↗
Liens. Seller must pay off any loan and give the buyer a lien release document from the lienholder; the buyer needs it to title the vehicle. — WisDOT Form MV2928 (4/2016) ↗

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

What Wisconsin requires · as of 2026

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

Source: Wisconsin DOT / DMV.ORG · verify ↗. Notarizing is optional here.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a bill of sale required in Wisconsin?

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

Does a Wisconsin bill of sale need to be notarized?

No — Wisconsin 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: Wisconsin DOT / DMV.ORG.

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

Wisconsin gives the buyer 2 days after the sale to apply for a new title and registration. Source: WisDOT DMV – Selling a vehicle: points to remember (two BUSINESS days, if vehicle will be operated).

Does Wisconsin have an official bill of sale form?

Yes — Form MV2928, Instructions for Selling a Vehicle (optional convenience bill of sale; WisDOT states it is not a valid bill of sale for a motor vehicle — no mandatory state form). The DMV may prefer it for title work; you can attach it to the bill of sale you generate here. Source: WisDOT DMV – Selling a vehicle: points to remember.

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

Title and registration in Wisconsin are handled by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles (WisDOT DMV). Bring the signed title, this bill of sale, and proof of insurance and ID. Source: WisDOT Form MV2928 (4/2016).

How Wisconsin compares

Computed from our 51-jurisdiction dataset (as of 2026). Source for Wisconsin: Wisconsin DOT / DMV.ORG ↗.

Wisconsin 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).
Wisconsin 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).

The rest of what Wisconsin requires

The figures below are Wisconsin'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 Wisconsin page for that document.

Security deposit cap · as of 2026: No statutory limit Wis. Stat. §704.28; Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.06 ↗
Deposit return deadline · as of 2026: 21 days after move-out Wis. Stat. §704.28; Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.06 ↗
Notice to end a month-to-month tenancy · as of 2026: 28 days Wis. Stat. §704.28; Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.06 ↗
Notice for unpaid rent · as of 2026: 5 days to pay or quit Wis. Stat. § 704.17(1p)/(2) (leases under 1 yr); § 704.19 ↗
Notice to cure a lease violation · as of 2026: 5 days Wis. Stat. § 704.17(1p)/(2) (leases under 1 yr); § 704.19 ↗
Small claims limit · as of 2026: $10,000 Wis. Stat. § 799.01 ↗
Where you file · as of 2026: Circuit Court (small claims procedure under Wis. Stat. ch. 799) · filing fee $94.50 total to commence a small claims action per the official wicourts.gov circuit court fee schedule ($22 clerk fee under Wis. Stat. § 814.62(3)(a) + $51 court support services surcharge + $21.50 justice information surcharge); base fee rises to $39 on Nov. 1, 2026 (2025 Wis. Act 179). Wis. Stat. § 799.01 ↗
Rental application fee · as of July 2026: Capped at $25 (credit report cost) Wisconsin Administrative Code ↗
Power of attorney signing · as of 2026: Notarization recommended Wis. Stat. §244.05 (form §244.61) ↗
LLC operating agreement · as of 2026: Not required by statute, but it controls over the default rules Wis. Stat. §§ 183.0102(13), 183.0105 ↗
Recording a deed · as of 2026: County Register of Deeds (Wis. Stat. §§ 706.05(1), 59.43) · no witnesses Wis. Stat. § 706.02 ↗

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