Alaska Car Bill of Sale: Form + Requirements
Alaska is one of 16 US states that require a bill of sale for private vehicle title transfer. The state publishes Form 812 (Vehicle Bill of Sale). Notarization is not required in Alaska, but both parties must sign.
Is a bill of sale required in Alaska?
Yes. The Alaska DMV requires a signed bill of sale for private vehicle title transfer.
Notarization
Not required in Alaska. Both parties simply sign the bill of sale; no notary needed.
State-specific form
Form 812 (Vehicle Bill of Sale) is published by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles and available at doa.alaska.gov/dmv. Using the state form is recommended.
The form must include:
- Seller's full legal name, address
- Buyer's full legal name, address
- Vehicle year, make, model, body type, VIN
- Odometer reading on the date of sale
- Sale price
- Date of sale
- Both signatures
Sales tax implications
Alaska has no statewide sales tax on vehicle sales. Some boroughs and municipalities charge local sales tax (typically 1–7%); Anchorage notably has no general sales tax. Check the buyer's home borough.
State-specific seller disclosures
- Odometer disclosure: federally required for vehicles under 20 years old; included on Form 812 and the title
- No state-mandated emissions testing: Alaska doesn't require periodic emissions inspection
- Salvage title disclosure: required if the vehicle has a salvage or rebuilt title brand
Where to file
The buyer files the bill of sale + signed title at the Alaska DMV office in their region within 30 days of sale.
For a more complete national reference, see the national bill of sale guide and the transfer car title pillar.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a bill of sale to sell a car in Alaska?
Yes. Alaska requires a signed bill of sale for private vehicle title transfer.
Does Alaska require a notarized bill of sale?
No. Alaska doesn't require notarization for the bill of sale.
What's the sales tax on a private car sale in Alaska?
No statewide sales tax. Some boroughs charge local sales tax (1–7%); Anchorage has none.
What form do I use?
Form 812 (Vehicle Bill of Sale), available at doa.alaska.gov/dmv.
Where do I file the bill of sale in Alaska?
At any Alaska DMV office, along with the signed title. Within 30 days of sale.
Does Alaska require emissions testing?
No.
What if I lost the title in Alaska?
Apply for a duplicate at the Alaska DMV. Takes 1–3 weeks.
Should I disclose flaws on the bill of sale?
The "as-is" disclosure covers most. Disclose salvage or rebuilt title status and any major known defects in writing.
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