Georgia Car Bill of Sale: Form T-7 + Requirements
Georgia recommends a bill of sale for private vehicle transfers. The state publishes Form T-7 (Bill of Sale) as a standard template. Georgia's structural quirk: TAVT (Title Ad Valorem Tax) replaces traditional sales tax on vehicle transfers.
Is a bill of sale required in Georgia?
Recommended but not strictly required. Georgia's title transfer process focuses on the title and Form MV-1 (Title Application). A bill of sale documents the transaction and supports TAVT computation.
Notarization
Not required.
State-specific form
Form T-7 (Bill of Sale) is Georgia's optional bill of sale template. Available at dor.georgia.gov. Generic templates are also acceptable.
The bill of sale should include:
- Seller's full legal name, address
- Buyer's full legal name, address
- Vehicle year, make, model, body type, VIN
- Odometer reading
- Sale price
- Date of sale
- Both signatures
Sales tax / TAVT implications
Georgia replaces traditional sales tax with the Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT): 7% of the higher of (sale price OR fair market value as computed by the Georgia DOR). Paid once at title transfer; no annual ad valorem tax for vehicles under TAVT.
The buyer pays at the county tag office.
State-specific seller disclosures
- Odometer disclosure: federally required for vehicles under 20 years old
- Emissions testing: required in 13 metro Atlanta counties for vehicles 1995+ models, 3 years old or older
- Salvage title disclosure: required if branded
- Sold notice: file at dor.georgia.gov
Where to file
The buyer files at the county tag office in their county of residence within 30 days of sale.
For a more complete national reference, see the national bill of sale guide and our Atlanta-specific guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a bill of sale in Georgia?
Recommended but not strictly required.
Does Georgia require a notarized bill of sale?
No.
What's TAVT in Georgia?
Title Ad Valorem Tax — Georgia's one-time tax on vehicle transfers. 7% of the higher of (sale price OR fair market value). Replaces traditional sales tax for vehicles.
What form do I use?
Form T-7 (Georgia Bill of Sale) or any generic template with the required fields.
Where do I file the bill of sale in Georgia?
At the county tag office in the buyer's county of residence. Within 30 days of sale.
Does Georgia require emissions testing?
Yes in 13 metro Atlanta counties for vehicles 1995 or newer, 3+ years old.
What if I lost the title in Georgia?
Apply for a duplicate at the county tag office or the GA DOR. $8 fee.
Should I disclose flaws on the bill of sale?
The "as-is" disclosure covers most. Disclose salvage or rebuilt status and major known defects.
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