No, Virginia does not require a notary to be present for the sale or title transfer of a car. However, all signatures on the title must be properly executed and match the details on record.

Both parties do not need to be physically present together at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), but the seller must complete their part of the title, including signing and dating it. The buyer needs the signed title to complete the registration process. If both are available, completing the process together can simplify the transfer.

While Virginia does not legally require a bill of sale to sell a car or complete its registration, it is recommended to have one. A bill of sale provides additional legal documentation reflecting the details of the transaction, such as the sale price, date, and parties involved.

In Virginia, you need the following documents to sell your car: The vehicle title, properly signed and completed. A bill of sale (recommended but not required). If applicable, a lien release.

In Virginia, you should remove the license plates from the vehicle when you sell it. You can transfer them to another vehicle you own or return them to the DMV. It's important to remove the plates to avoid being liable for any future fees or misuse associated with them after the sale.

If you don’t have the title to your car in Virginia, you'll need to apply for a duplicate title through the Virginia DMV. This involves filling out an application, providing proof of your identity, and paying a fee. You need the title to legally transfer ownership of the vehicle.

In Virginia, the buyer is responsible for paying the sales tax on the vehicle when they register it at the DMV. The sales tax rate is 4.15% of the vehicle’s sale price or the NADA trade-in value, whichever is higher. As the seller, you are not responsible for collecting this tax.

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