Make a Pennsylvania Bill of Sale

What Are Some Common Bills of Sale Used in Pennsylvania?

The most commonly used Pennsylvania bills of sale are the general bill of sale, a bill of sale for a motor vehicle, a bill of sale for a boat, and a bill of sale for a gun.

How Do I Write a Pennsylvania Bill of Sale?

A basic Pennsylvania bill of sale includes certain information about both the buyer and the seller as well as the item:

• Their printed legal names
• The date of the bill of sale
• Information about the item being sold
• The amount the item was sold for
• The signatures of the parties involved
• In some instances, the bill of sale may also need to be notarized

A Pennsylvania bill of sale can be written in plain English. There’s no need for legal jargon or archaic terms. The important part is to make sure that the bill of sale includes the required elements. If you are a party listed in a Pennsylvania bill of sale, make sure that you have more than one copy of the completed document for your personal records.

Is a Pennsylvania Bill of Sale Required to Register a Motor Vehicle?

No. A Pennsylvania bill of sale is not required to register a motor vehicle. You will need the title to complete the registration process.

To learn more about registering a motor vehicle in Pennsylvania, the PennDOT DMV has an excellent set of FAQs for titling and registration.

Is a Pennsylvania Bill of Sale Form Required to Register a Boat?

No. A Pennsylvania bill of sale is not required to register a boat. However, a bill of sale can be used as the necessary supporting documentation that must be provided along with a completed Application for Pennsylvania Boat Registration and / or Boat Title (available online as a PDF).

When you turn in this material, you can also apply for temporary registration.

Is a Bill of Sale Required to Register a Gun in Pennsylvania?

No. A Pennsylvania bill of sale is not required to register a gun. Guns are not registered in Pennsylvania.