Georgia Bill of Sale Forms (5)
A Georgia bill of sale form provides a seller and buyer with a way of authenticating a deal between them. It is similar to a receipt because it contains information about the good(s) and how the transaction occurred. The seller must define each item properly by including its color, size, year, mileage, and other relevant details. Without the description, the bill of sale loses its authority since it does not identify the personal property. Therefore, this step ensures that the buyer acquires rightful ownership over the item, and the merchant relinquishes their power.
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Types (5)
Boat Bill of Sale – A document used to record the details of a vessel sale.
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Firearm Bill of Sale – Filled out by a buyer and seller when transferring ownership of a gun.
General Bill of Sale – Proves that the transaction of a non-specific item occurred between two (2) parties.
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Trailer Bill of Sale – Executed when a merchant sells a utility trailer to a buyer.
Signing Requirements
Bill of Sale Type | Buyer Signature | Seller Signature | Notarization |
Boat | Required | Required | Not required |
Firearm | Required | Required | Not required |
General (others) | Required | Required | Not required |
Motor Vehicle | Required | Required | Not required |
Trailer | Required | Required | Not required |
What is a Georgia Bill of Sale?
A Georgia bill of sale endows a person with rights and responsibilities for an item after purchasing it. The buyer often pays for the personal property through cash, check, or card. However, they can also trade an item of equal value in place of currency.
In some cases, the recipient receives an item by gift. The owner must still complete a bill of sale, even when an exchange of funds does not occur. This step allows the giftee to prove their ownership and verify the item’s valuation at the time of the sale. They can also officially treat the possession like their own and handle matters such as registration.
Registration Forms: Boats
Vessel owners must file their application at a Department of Natural Resources (DNR) office, by mail, or online.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) – The dealership provides this document to the new owner, explaining the ship’s make and model.
Registration Forms: Firearms
Firearms do not need registration in Georgia. Instead, individuals can submit paperwork for a concealed carry license to hide their gun on their body in public. The probate court reviews and accepts or denies permits. Use the instructions to learn more about proceeding with the application process.
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Registration Forms: Vehicles
Motor vehicle registrations must occur in person at a nearby county tag office or by mail.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Correction of a Georgia Certificate of Title (Form MV-18A) – Residents complete this document to update or correct information in the certificate of title.
- Emissions Testing – The state only requires residents living in the named counties to undergo emissions testing.
- Georgia Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney (Form T-8) – For an agent to register, title, or handle other official matters for the principal (the owner).
- Odometer Discrepancy Affidavit (Form T-107) – Required for inaccurate odometer readings.
Registration Forms: Trailers
Apply for a trailer registration and title at a county tag office.
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Additional (Optional) Documents
- Homemade Trailer Affidavit (Form T-23) – For homemade trailers only and requires notarization. The owner must also present the sales receipt or bill of sale with it.
- Permission for County Assigned Serial Plate for a Homemade Trailer (Form T-22C) – Provided by the county tag office to apply for a homemade boat serial plate.