Free Georgia Trailer Bill of Sale Form (GA DOR 2026 PDF)

Q: Do utility trailers have titles in Georgia?

Under O.C.G.A. § 40-3-20, trailers with an unladen (empty) weight of 2,000 pounds or less are not required to be titled in Georgia. They only require annual registration (license plate). However, trailers with an empty gross weight exceeding 2,000 pounds (manufactured in 1986 or newer) require a Georgia Certificate of Title.

Q: How do you register a trailer in Georgia without a title?

For trailers weighing 2,000 pounds or less, you do not need a title. The buyer brings a properly completed Bill of Sale (Form SBF-GA-TRL or Form T-7), the previous owner's Georgia registration certificate (if available), and valid Georgia photo ID to their local County Tag Office to register the trailer and obtain a license plate.

Q: Does a Georgia trailer bill of sale need to be notarized?

In Georgia, notarization is not statutorily mandatory for standard titled trailers if the title is correctly signed over. However, for non-titled trailers (≤ 2,000 lbs) where the previous registration is missing, or for homemade trailers, Georgia County Tag Offices strongly require or request a notarized Bill of Sale (Section F) to verify identity and lawful ownership transfer.

Q: What do you need to register a homemade trailer in Georgia?

To register a homemade trailer in Georgia, you must submit DOR Form T-23 (Affidavit for Homemade Trailer), have the trailer inspected by a Georgia law enforcement officer using Form T-228B, obtain a Georgia-assigned serial plate from the DOR, and present a notarized bill of sale or receipts proving purchase of the materials.

Q: How much does it cost to register a utility trailer in Georgia?

The standard Georgia annual trailer license plate fee is $12.00 for trailers with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 2,000 pounds, or up to $18.00–$25.00+ for heavier utility trailers. In addition, ad valorem taxes or title application fees ($18.00 if over 2,000 lbs) apply at the County Tag Office.

FORM SBF-GA-TRL Statutory Year: 2026

O.C.G.A. §§ 40-3-20, 40-2-8 & 48-5C-1

STATE OF GEORGIA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Utility, Cargo, Boat, Equipment, Livestock & Homemade Trailer Bill of Sale

Compliant with Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) & County Tag Office Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total sales price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the trailer described below, to have and to hold forever.

Section A: Jurisdiction & Location of Sale

State:

Georgia County *:

Section B: Complete Trailer Identification & Statutory Specifications

Model Year *

Make / Manufacturer *

Model Name / Number

Trailer Body Type *

Length (Ft)

Width (Ft)

# of Axles

Georgia Tag # (if any)

Unladen / Empty Wt (Tare) *

Carrying Capacity (Payload)

GVWR (Gross Rating) *

Trailer VIN / Serial # (or GA DOR State ID) *

Section C: Identification of Parties (Transferor & Transferee)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information) Physical Address Only

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

GA Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information) Must Match Tag Office Record

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

Driver License #

Section D: Financial Consideration, Payment Terms & "AS-IS" Warranty Waiver

Total Price (USD) *:

Date of Sale *:

Paid by: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift/Trade

Statutory Georgia "AS-IS" Warranty Disclaimer (O.C.G.A. § 11-2-316)

SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS: The Buyer agrees that this trailer is sold in its present "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 11-2-316, the Seller disclaims all warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, roadworthiness, or fitness for a particular towing or hauling purpose. Seller assumes no liability for frame structural defects, axle alignment, wheel bearings, tire dry rot, coupler safety, wiring, or braking systems. Buyer acknowledges having inspected the trailer or having knowingly waived the right to inspect.

Section E: Authorized Signatures & Certification Under Penalty of Perjury

CERTIFICATION (O.C.G.A. § 16-10-71): I, the Seller, certify under penalty of perjury under Georgia law that I am the lawful owner with full authority to sell and deliver this trailer, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances. I, the Buyer, acknowledge receipt and physical delivery of the trailer described herein.

Seller (Transferor) Signature Must match title or DOR record

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature For County Tag Office

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

Section F: State of Georgia Notary Public Acknowledgment / Jurat

STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF:

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared the Seller and/or Buyer named above, known or proven through government photo ID to be the person(s) subscribed hereto, and acknowledged executing same for the purposes and consideration expressed.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here Georgia Form T-7 Specs

FORM SBF-GA-TRL (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com O.C.G.A. §§ 40-3-20, 40-2-8 & 48-5C-1 • Georgia DOR & County Tag Compliant PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Georgia DOR 3-Step Trailer Registration Guide

Follow Georgia statutory requirements under O.C.G.A. Title 40 to complete your private trailer transaction, determine titling rules, and register your license plate at your local County Tag Office.

Execute Form SBF-GA-TRL

The buyer and seller execute this 1-page statutory Bill of Sale. Complete all trailer specs, certified unladen (empty) weight, serial/VIN numbers, and financial payment terms.

Verify 2,000 Lb. Title Threshold

Under O.C.G.A. § 40-3-20: If empty weight is 2,000 lbs or less, no title is required (tag registration only). If empty weight exceeds 2,000 lbs (1986 or newer), the seller must sign over the original Georgia Certificate of Title.

Register at County Tag Office

Within 30 days of purchase, the buyer visits their County Tag Office with the Bill of Sale, previous registration (or signed title), and valid Georgia photo ID to pay the $12.00 annual tag fee and obtain license plates.

Statutory Summary

Georgia Trailer Sale & Titling Legal Requirements

Quick reference table outlining Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) statutory standards, weight thresholds, and homemade trailer compliance.

Requirement / Category	Georgia Statutory Rule	Governing Code
Trailers ≤ 2,000 Lbs. (Empty)	Non-Titled • Tag registration only; bill of sale serves as primary proof of ownership.	O.C.G.A. § 40-3-20
Trailers > 2,000 Lbs. (Empty)	Title Mandatory • 1986 or newer trailers require official Georgia Certificate of Title ($18 fee).	O.C.G.A. § 40-3-20(a)
Homemade Trailer Inspection	Requires DOR Form T-23 Affidavit, law enforcement inspection (Form T-228B), and GA-assigned serial plate.	GA DOR Reg. 560-10-14
Annual License Plate (Tag) Fee	$12.00 annual tag fee for private utility trailers (plus ad valorem if applicable).	O.C.G.A. § 40-2-151
Registration Deadline	30 calendar days from transfer date; $10 penalty applied if delinquent.	O.C.G.A. § 40-2-8
Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT)	Non-titled trailers exempt from TAVT; standard ad valorem tax applies during annual birthday renewal.	O.C.G.A. § 48-5C-1