--- title: "Notarizing a bill of sale in NJ | MCC Solutions" description: "When a bill of sale needs a notary in New Jersey, what to bring for a vehicle, boat or trailer sale, and how to schedule a mobile notary." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/documents/bill-of-sale" --- Vehicles and property · Updated October 5, 2026 # Notarizing a bill of sale in New Jersey A bill of sale records that something was sold, for how much and on what date. People use one for cars, boats, trailers and equipment, and the buyer or a state agency sometimes asks for it to be notarized. By [Matthew Coleman](/about), MCC Solutions [Book a notary](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## Does it need a notary? That depends on what's sold and who asks. The Motor Vehicle Commission and other states have their own rules, so check the form the agency tells you to use. When a notary is required, both the buyer and seller should sign in front of one. Need this notarized? [Get it notarized online by a New Jersey notary over video](/notary/remote-online-notarization). ## Get it notarized online today Online notary: open now until 9 PM ET · sessions by appointment · times confirmed by email A New Jersey notary can notarize this with you on a video call, wherever you are in the U.S. $50 for the session, $10 for each extra signer. Any other fee shows in the booking form before you confirm. Open 7 am to 9 pm ET, every day, by appointment. **What you need** - A valid government photo ID - A computer or phone with a camera - The unsigned document [Book an online session](/notary/?service=ron#order) Our certificate states the act was performed using communication technology, as New Jersey law requires. [What it must say](/notary/remote-online-notarization-certificate-wording) Most U.S. recipients accept a remotely notarized document; check with whoever will receive it. [What to ask them](/notary/will-my-online-notarization-be-accepted) · [Several signers](/notary/online-notarization-multiple-signers) ## What to bring The bill of sale and the title, if there is one, signed only in front of the notary where the title says so. Photo ID for each person. Vehicle identification number, sale price and date. We notarize signatures; we can't tell you about taxes or registration. ## Mobile appointments We can meet at the seller's home, the dealer or a parking lot, evenings and weekends included. We're based in Cranford and send mobile notaries to homes, offices and care facilities in Union and Middlesex counties, including Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Edison and Woodbridge. For other counties, tell us the address and we'll confirm availability before you book. ## Common questions **Do both buyer and seller sign in front of the notary?** Usually yes, when notarization is required. Each person needs photo ID. **Can you notarize a title transfer?** We notarize where a title or form calls for it. See our vehicle title notary page. **What if the seller isn't local?** Remote online notarization may work when the receiving agency accepts it. Check first. This page is general information, not legal advice. A notary can't draft documents or advise you on their contents. 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