A bill of sale in Nebraska for a motor vehicle is a written record a seller gives a buyer when a vehicle changes hands privately. It names the parties, describes the vehicle, and states the price.[4] Nebraska law calls for a bill of sale, or a completed Department of Revenue Form 6, for most private motor vehicle sales.[1]
Last Updated: September 2026. This guide is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect current Nebraska law. If you notice an error or outdated information, please contact us.
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Besides the bill of sale, the buyer needs the seller’s assigned title to apply for a new title in their own name.[2] Federal law also requires a written odometer disclosure stating the vehicle’s mileage at the time of sale.[5] This guide, and the motor vehicle bill of sale template below, cover what Nebraska law requires the document to contain.
Below, you can access a downloadable and editable template of a bill of sale valid in Nebraska that will cover most private property purchase deals. Using lawyer-approved and official forms will shield you from any legal risks in the future. You can also use a printable vehicle bill of sale form provided by the Nebraska DMV.
| Document Name | Nebraska Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form |
| Other Names | Nebraska Car Bill of Sale, Nebraska Automobile Bill of Sale |
| DMV | Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles |
| Bill of Sale Required? | Yes, unless the seller gives the buyer a completed Department of Revenue Form 6 instead[1] |
| Avg. Time to Fill Out | 7 minutes |
| # of Fillable Fields | 26 |
Nebraska bills of sale can help sellers and buyers complete any sale type. The document has a place for specific vehicle details and both parties’ personal information. Bills of sale can vary for each item you’re about to purchase or sell, so it’s vital to check twice whether the selected document template is appropriate for your case.
Nebraska also calls this document the Nebraska car bill of sale or the Nebraska automobile bill of sale. All three names point to the same form.
Nebraska motor vehicle bill of sale form is a document required at the time of motor vehicle transfer. The seller hands you this written record at or before the sale, signed by both of you, and you present it with the assigned certificate of title when you apply for your own title. In practice, sales tax and the title, registration and plate fees are paid at that point.
| Alternative Name | Car Bill of Sale |
| Seller’s Signature | Required |
| Buyer’s Signature | Required |
| Notarization | Required |
| Download | PDF Template |
Fill out a boat bill of sale to secure the watercraft ownership transfer, which is specifically crucial when you buy from private sellers. In practice, the new owner notifies Game and Parks of the change and registers the boat in their own name after the purchase.
| Alternative Name | Vessel Bill of Sale |
| Seller’s Signature | Required |
| Buyer’s Signature | Required |
| Notarization | Required |
| Download | PDF Template |
Use a firearm bill of sale during the gun purchase in Nebraska to record the ownership transfer. In practice, both parties keep a copy as their record of the transfer.
| Alternative Name | Gun Bill of Sale |
| Seller’s Signature | Required |
| Buyer’s Signature | Required |
| Notarization | Optional |
| Download | PDF Template |
Use a general bill of sale form to seal most purchase deals, including selling vehicle accessories, tools, and equipment. This form can serve as additional layer of security for both the buyer and seller.
| Alternative Name | Generic Bill of Sale |
| Seller’s Signature | Required |
| Buyer’s Signature | Required |
| Notarization | Optional |
| Download | PDF Template |
A Nebraska motor vehicle bill of sale is the written documentation state law requires a seller to give the buyer at the time of sale. It names both parties, describes the vehicle, and states the price.[4] Follow these steps to fill out the form correctly.
Step 1. Indicate the date of sale
First, you need to state the actual date when the motor vehicle was sold.
Step 2. Specify the selling price
The seller fills out this section, stating the total sale price. The seller also writes down the name of the transferor (the person selling the vehicle) and the transferee (the person buying it). Nebraska law requires the sale price and the parties’ names in the document.[4]
Step 3. Describe the vehicle sold
In this section, the seller must provide valid information regarding the motor vehicle, such as:
Nebraska law requires the vehicle’s year and identification number in the bill of sale.[4]
Step 4. Provide the transferor information
Clarify the contact details of the vehicle seller, providing their full name, address (street, city, state, and zip code), and phone number. Nebraska law requires the seller’s name in the document.[4]
Step 5. Give the transferee information
Here, you must provide the contact information of the person who purchases the motor vehicle. Similar to the seller, the buyer must write down their full name, physical address (street number, city, state, and zip code), and phone number. Nebraska law requires the buyer’s name in the document.[4]
Step 6. Provide the parties’ signatures
The seller and buyer each sign and date the bill of sale, and the form provides a line for a witness signature as well.[4]
Step 7. Review the miscellaneous provisions
Read the miscellaneous provisions section before you sign. It covers the condition of the vehicle and the rest of the parties’ agreement.
Step 8. Notarize the bill of sale
Nebraska does not require notarization for an ordinary vehicle sale. The form still includes a notary acknowledgment on its last page. Complete it only in the rare case Nebraska law does require a notarized bill of sale. That case is a vehicle more than 30 years old with no title issued for it in that time.[3]
This is what the Nebraska motor vehicle bill of sale form looks like once someone fills it out, page by page. Compare your own entries against this example before you print, sign, and hand it to the other party, so nothing is left blank.
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transfer ownership of the motor vehicle described below:
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Seller warrants that he/she is the lawful owner of the motor vehicle described above and that it is free and clear of all liens, security agreements, encumbrances, claims, demands and charges.
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*Note: Individuals transacting a motor vehicle transfer of ownership must complete a Bill of Sale at the time of sale.
They are NOT, however, required to use this Bill of Sale form.
This Bill of Sale form is made available by the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles as a courtesy.
Revised 1/2014
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Most people who buy a vehicle in Nebraska, or move to the state with one, register it with the county treasurer. Registration typically calls for the vehicle’s title, proof of insurance, and a receipt for any sales tax paid.
Buyers typically gather the paperwork below and present it to the Nebraska DMV or County Treasurer’s Office in person. They also pay the fees and taxes the office calculates from the vehicle’s value. The Nebraska DMV lists the documents needed at the time of the presentation:
Application for Certificate of Title (Form RV-707) is used to ensure successful vehicle or boat registration.
A motor vehicle power of attorney helps a person temporarily hand over legal rights and the right of signature to another person.
Form 33-090 or Application for Boat Number and Certificate is the form required for boat registration and titling in Nebraska.
Fill out an Application for Duplicate Certificate of Title (Form RV-707a) if you’ve lost or damaged your original title certificate.
Form NSP 1710 or Concealed Handgun Permit Application is used to apply for a firearm permit in Nebraska.
Other Nebraska Forms
General information, not legal or tax advice.
