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South Dakota DMV
Bill of sale for SD
DMV website
dor.sd.gov/individuals/motor-vehicle/
DMV phone
(605) 773-3541
Title transfer form
MV-008
Days to transfer title
45 days
Bill of sale
Recommended
Notarization
Not required
Sales tax
4% state Excise Tax.
Highlights
  • Lower 4% excise tax.
  • Title transfer at county Treasurer.

Services

Title Transfer
Transfer ownership to a buyer after a private sale.
Registration Renewal
Annual or biennial vehicle registration renewal.
Duplicate Title
Replace a lost, stolen, or damaged title.
Lien Release
Record a paid-off loan and remove the lienholder.
Out-of-State Registration
Register a vehicle titled in another state after moving.
Salvage / Rebuilt Title
Process for vehicles declared total loss.
Personalized Plates
Apply for custom or vanity license plates.
Dealer License
Become a licensed retail or wholesale dealer.

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