New Hampshire — quick answer
In New Hampshire, a bill of sale is required for a private vehicle sale and notarization is not required. No witnesses are required. The relevant state form is TDMV 22A. Ownership is transferred through the New Hampshire DMV via the assigned title.
Is a bill of sale required in New Hampshire?
Required. A bill of sale is required by statute (RSA 261:148) and must include the date, names, signatures, and legal addresses.
Seller signs the title; the buyer titles through the town/city clerk and the DMV.
Does a New Hampshire bill of sale need to be notarized?
Not required. Common myth: New Hampshire is often mislabeled a "notary state." The bill of sale is required but is NOT notarized for standard transfers.
Witness requirements
No. New Hampshire does not require witnesses for a standard private bill of sale.
Odometer disclosure
Federal law requires a written odometer disclosure when title is transferred for vehicles less than 20 years old. As of 2026 that means model year 2011 and newer; model year 2010 and older are generally exempt. Record the exact mileage — never round it. See the NHTSA rule.
How to transfer a vehicle title in New Hampshire
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Fill in the buyer, seller, price, odometer, and date. Both parties sign and date the document.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller signs the title; the buyer titles through the town/city clerk and the DMV.
- 3Register with the New Hampshire DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the vehicle, bringing Bill of Sale (TDMV 22A for non-titled vehicles) (TDMV 22A). Confirm the current fees and documents on the official New Hampshire DMV page.
Official New Hampshire sources
- New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) — buying & selling a vehicle
- NHTSA — federal odometer disclosure rule
We link to primary government sources and review this page regularly, but requirements change. This is general information, not legal advice.
New Hampshire bill of sale by type
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New Hampshire bill of sale — FAQ
Is a bill of sale required in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, a separate bill of sale is required. A bill of sale is required by statute (RSA 261:148) and must include the date, names, signatures, and legal addresses.
Does a New Hampshire bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. Common myth: New Hampshire is often mislabeled a "notary state." The bill of sale is required but is NOT notarized for standard transfers.
Do I need a witness for a bill of sale in New Hampshire?
No. New Hampshire does not require witnesses for a standard private bill of sale.
How do I transfer a vehicle title in New Hampshire?
Seller signs the title; the buyer titles through the town/city clerk and the DMV. Titling and registration in New Hampshire are handled by the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.