Utah — quick answer
In Utah, a bill of sale is recommended for a private vehicle sale and notarization is not required. No witnesses are required. The relevant state form is TC-843. Ownership is transferred through the Utah DMV via the assigned title.
Is a bill of sale required in Utah?
Recommended. A bill of sale (TC-843) is recommended to document the sale and price.
Seller signs the title over; the buyer titles and registers at a DMV office.
Does a Utah bill of sale need to be notarized?
Not required. No notary is needed to sign off on a Utah title.
Witness requirements
No. Utah 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 Utah
- 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 over; the buyer titles and registers at a DMV office.
- 3Register with the Utah DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the vehicle, bringing Bill of Sale (TC-843). Confirm the current fees and documents on the official Utah DMV page.
Official Utah sources
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (State Tax Commission) — 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.
Utah bill of sale by type
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Utah bill of sale — FAQ
Is a bill of sale required in Utah?
In Utah, a separate bill of sale is recommended. A bill of sale (TC-843) is recommended to document the sale and price.
Does a Utah bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. No notary is needed to sign off on a Utah title.
Do I need a witness for a bill of sale in Utah?
No. Utah does not require witnesses for a standard private bill of sale.
How do I transfer a vehicle title in Utah?
Seller signs the title over; the buyer titles and registers at a DMV office. Titling and registration in Utah are handled by the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (State Tax Commission).
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.