Free Alaska Vehicle Bill of Sale Form (DMV Form 820 Compliant PDF)

Q: Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Alaska?

Yes, the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) strongly requires a signed Bill of Sale to accompany the endorsed Certificate of Title. The Bill of Sale serves as definitive proof of purchase price, legal ownership transfer date, and mileage certification under AS § 28.10.201.

Q: What is the Alaska DMV Notice of Transfer Pending (Form 820) and why is it mandatory?

Under Alaska Statute § 28.10.271, the seller MUST file Form 820 ('Notice of Transfer Pending') or report the sale online with the Alaska DMV within 10 calendar days of vehicle delivery. Filing Form 820 immediately releases the seller from civil liability, traffic infractions, toll charges, parking tickets, and impound storage fees incurred by the new driver.

Q: Does an Alaska vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized?

In Alaska, standard private vehicle transfers on an original Alaska title do not statutorily mandate notarization unless specified by a lien release or out-of-state title. However, completing the Notary Public Acknowledgment in Section F is highly recommended by legal counsel and Alaska DMV agents to prevent title challenges and prove execution authenticity.

Q: Is there sales tax on used car sales in Alaska?

The State of Alaska levies a 0% statewide sales tax. However, individual local municipalities or organized boroughs (such as Juneau, Wasilla, or Kenai) may levy a local sales tax or motor vehicle registration tax ranging from 1% to 6%. The buyer pays any applicable municipal taxes directly upon registration at the DMV.

Q: How long do you have to transfer a car title in Alaska after buying it?

Under AS § 28.10.211, the buyer has exactly 30 calendar days from the date of purchase to present the signed title and this Bill of Sale to an Alaska DMV office to transfer the Certificate of Title and register the vehicle. Failure to apply within 30 days triggers statutory late transfer penalties.

FORM SBF-AK-VEH Statutory Year: 2026

AS §§ 28.10.201, 28.10.271 & 28.10.371

STATE OF ALASKA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale & Federal Odometer Disclosure Statement

Compliant with Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total purchase price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the motor vehicle described below, to have and to hold forever.

Section A: Jurisdiction & Location of Sale

State:

Alaska Borough / Census Area *:

Section B: Complete Motor Vehicle Description

Year *

Make *

Model *

Body Type

Color

AK Plate #

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN - 17 Characters) *:

Section C: Identification of Parties (Transferor & Transferee)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AK Driver License / ID #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AK Driver License / ID #

Section D: Financial Consideration, Payment Terms & Federal Odometer Disclosure

Total Price: $ (0% State Tax)

Date of Sale *:

Paid by: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Trade

Federal & Alaska Odometer Disclosure Statement (49 U.S.C. § 32705 & AS § 28.10.371) Federal law requires vehicle mileage disclosure. False statements incur fines or imprisonment.

Odometer Reading:

Miles

1. Actual Mileage: Reflects actual vehicle mileage to best of knowledge. 2. Exceeds Mechanical Limits: Mileage exceeds mechanical odometer limits. 3. Warning — Not Actual Mileage: Odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage.

STATUTORY "AS-IS" WARRANTY DISCLAIMER (AS 45.02.316): The Buyer agrees that this motor vehicle is sold strictly in its present "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN. The Seller disclaims all warranties of any kind, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability, mechanical fitness for a particular purpose, frame integrity, engine reliability, or cold-weather operating equipment. Seller assumes no post-sale repair liabilities. Buyer acknowledges having had full opportunity to inspect and test-drive the vehicle.

Section E: Authorized Signatures & Mandatory Transfer Notice

SELLER NOTICE OF TRANSFER & TITLE AFFIDAVIT (AS §§ 11.56.200 & 28.10.271): Seller certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of Alaska that Seller is the lawful owner of said vehicle with legal right to convey clear title free of all liens. MANDATORY NOTICE: Under AS § 28.10.271, the Seller MUST submit Form 820 ("Notice of Transfer Pending") to the Alaska DMV within 10 days of sale to permanently discharge civil and criminal liability for future operation, tickets, or impoundment.

Seller (Transferor) Signature Must match Alaska title

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature For Alaska DMV Registration

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

Section F: State of Alaska Notary Public Acknowledgment / Jurat

STATE OF ALASKA JUDICIAL DISTRICT / BOROUGH:

Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me this _____ day of ________________, 2026, by the Seller and/or Buyer named above, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory government photo identification to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing instrument voluntarily for the purposes expressed herein.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here

FORM SBF-AK-VEH (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com AS §§ 28.10.201, 28.10.271 & 28.10.371 • Alaska DMV Transfer Specifications PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Alaska DMV 3-Step Vehicle Title Transfer Guide

Follow statutory Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles requirements to legally transfer vehicle title and release the seller from civil, traffic, and impound liabilities.

Sign Title & Form SBF-AK-VEH

The seller signs the transfer section on the original Alaska Certificate of Title with date, exact sale price, and verified odometer reading. Both parties execute this statutory Bill of Sale.

Seller Files Form 820 in 10 Days

Under Alaska Statute § 28.10.271, the seller MUST submit Form 820 ("Notice of Transfer Pending") online or to the DMV within 10 calendar days to discharge parking, toll, and crash liability.

Buyer Registers within 30 Days

Under AS § 28.10.211, the buyer has 30 calendar days to present the title, Bill of Sale, and Form 812 (Vehicle Title Application) to the local Alaska DMV office to pay registration fees and get plates.

Statutory Summary

Alaska Vehicle Sale Legal & DMV Requirements

Legal Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose & Rules
Alaska Certificate of Title	AS § 28.10.201	Mandatory	Primary legal instrument of ownership; seller signs the title transfer assignment on the front or reverse.
Form 820 Notice of Transfer	AS § 28.10.271	Mandatory (10 Days)	Must be filed by the seller within 10 days to end civil liability for parking tickets, towing, and accidents.
Form SBF-AK-VEH Bill of Sale	AS § 28.10.201	Essential	Proves purchase consideration, provides binding "As-Is" warranty disclaimer, and mileage certification.
Federal Odometer Disclosure	49 U.S.C. § 32705 / AS § 28.10.371	Mandatory (<20 Yrs)	Truth-in-mileage statement required on all motor vehicles under 20 model years old.
State Sales Tax	Alaska State Code	0% Statewide	No state sales tax in Alaska. Certain municipalities may levy modest local sales or vehicle registration taxes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Alaska Vehicle Bill of Sale Legal FAQs

Is a bill of sale required to register a car in Alaska?

What is the Alaska DMV Notice of Transfer Pending (Form 820) and why is it mandatory?

Does an Alaska vehicle bill of sale need to be notarized?

Is there sales tax on used car sales in Alaska?

How long do you have to transfer a car title in Alaska after buying it?

Free Alaska Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

STATE OF ALASKA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE