Arizona Vehicle Paperwork Checklists
The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), part of the Arizona Department of Transportation, handles vehicle titles, registration, and related services. Many transactions can be done online or through authorized third-party AZ MVD Now offices.
Official Motor Vehicle Agency
Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
Vehicle paperwork tasks in Arizona
Select a task to see the full checklist with required documents, forms, fees, and official links.
Sell a Car Privately
Documents and steps the seller needs to complete a private-party vehicle sale.
Buy a Used Car from a Private Seller
Documents and steps the buyer needs when purchasing a used vehicle privately.
Transfer a Vehicle Title
Complete checklist for transferring a vehicle title between parties.
Replace a Lost Vehicle Title
How to apply for a duplicate title when the original is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Register an Out-of-State Vehicle
Steps to register a vehicle that was titled or registered in another state.
Arizona tools & calculators
Free, browser-only utilities for Arizona vehicle paperwork. No data leaves your device.
Title transfer cost calculator
Estimate the title fee, registration, and sales tax for a Arizona title transfer.
Registration cost calculator
See typical Arizona initial registration cost by vehicle type and weight.
Arizona bill of sale generator
Fill in a Arizona-aware vehicle bill of sale, then print or download. Runs entirely in your browser.
Common vehicle documents in Arizona
- ✓Current vehicle title
- ✓Government-issued photo ID
- ✓Proof of insurance
- ✓Bill of sale (recommended)
- ✓Odometer disclosure statement
- ✓Lien release (if applicable)
- ✓Payment for fees
Exact requirements depend on the transaction type. Use the task pages above for specific checklists.
Official sources
Last reviewed: 2026-01-01