Iowa Bill of Sale
Select a document type to generate a completed, Iowa-specific bill of sale. Each document includes all legally required fields for your jurisdiction. Notarization is not required in Iowa.
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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.
Iowa Requirements Overview
Verified against official Iowa statutes and Iowa Department of Transportation guidance. Last reviewed May 2026. How we verify our legal data.
Selling privately in Iowa
When you sell a vehicle, boat, trailer, or other titled property privately in Iowa, a completed bill of sale records the price, date, and the legal names of both parties. That is the documentation Iowa Department of Transportation relies on to process the title transfer. Iowa also requires an odometer disclosure for vehicle and motorcycle sales, which is built into every document.
Iowa does not require notarization, though either party can choose to notarize for added protection. After the sale, the buyer should complete the title transfer with Iowa Department of Transportation within 30 days of the sale. Keep your copy of the completed bill of sale as proof of the transaction.
Iowa-specific notes: Odometer disclosure is required for vehicle sales in Iowa. Title must be transferred within 30 days of sale.
The buyer must register the vehicle within 30 days of purchase.
Federal law requires accurate odometer disclosure for vehicles less than 20 model years old.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a bill of sale in Iowa?
Having a bill of sale is recommended for any significant transaction in Iowa. For vehicle sales, it provides essential documentation for the title transfer process with Iowa Department of Transportation. 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 Iowa bill of sale include?
A Iowa 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.
Does a Iowa bill of sale need to be notarized?
No. Iowa does not require a bill of sale to be notarized. Notarization is optional but can add a layer of protection by verifying the identities of both parties.
How long do I have to transfer the title in Iowa?
In Iowa, the buyer should complete the title transfer with Iowa Department of Transportation within 30 days of the sale. Keep your completed bill of sale as proof of the purchase date and price.
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.
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