California Bill of Sale
Select a document type to generate a completed, California-specific bill of sale. Each document includes all legally required fields for your jurisdiction. Notarization is not required in California.
Vehicle
Cars, trucks, SUVs, and other motor vehicles
Motorcycle
Motorcycles, scooters, and motorbikes
Boat
Boats, watercraft, jet skis, and vessels
Trailer
Utility trailers, travel trailers, and cargo trailers
Mobile Home
Mobile homes and manufactured homes
Personal Property
Furniture, electronics, equipment, and other personal property
Firearm
Create a bill of sale for private firearm transfers including handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Includes make, model, serial number, caliber, and barrel length. Important legal disclaimers included for all 50 states + DC.
Vehicle POA
Authorize someone to handle a vehicle title transfer or registration on your behalf. Limited to DMV transactions only — not a general power of attorney.
California Requirements Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a bill of sale in California?
Having a bill of sale is recommended for any significant transaction in California. For vehicle sales, it provides essential documentation for the title transfer process with California Department of Motor Vehicles. Even when not strictly required by law, a bill of sale protects both buyer and seller by creating a formal record of the transaction.
What should a California bill of sale include?
A California bill of sale should include the full legal names and addresses of both buyer and seller, a detailed description of the item (including identification numbers), the sale price, the date of the transaction, and signatures of both parties. For vehicles and motorcycles, odometer disclosure is required.
How much does it cost?
Each bill of sale costs $5. Choose a document style, fill in your details, and download your completed PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
Create Your California Bill of Sale
Select a document type above to get started. Every document includes California-specific requirements and instant PDF download.