How to gift a car in Missouri
For people in Missouri giving a car to someone, or getting one as a gift, with no money paid.
To gift a car in Missouri, sign the title over with the word GIFT where the price goes, and fill out the General Affidavit (Form 768) or a written gift statement. The giver reports the gift to DOR within 30 days, and the new owner pays no state or local sales tax.
Which form do I need to gift a car in Missouri?
Form 768General Affidavitdor.mo.gov checked
What Missouri asks for
- The giver and the new owner both sign the Notice of Sale or Transfer, even for a gift.
- The General Affidavit or gift statement does not need a notary.
- Where to file: A Missouri license office
How do I sign a car title over as a gift in Missouri?
Step 1
Sign the title over and write GIFT where the price goes.
Write the word GIFT in the sale price area. Don't write a price of $1.
Step 2
Fill out the General Affidavit, or write a gift statement.
It says no money or other value changed hands. It doesn't need a notary.
Form 768 · General AffidavitStep 3
The giver reports the gift to DOR within 30 days.
Use the Notice of Sale (Form 5049) or Bill of Sale (Form 1957). The giver and the new owner both sign the notice.
Form 5049 · Notice of Sale or TransferStep 4
The new owner applies for the title.
Bring the affidavit with the other title papers. No state or local tax is due, and the giver's plates can't be used on the car.
Common questions
Is there sales tax on a gifted car in Missouri?
No. The new owner pays no state or local tax on a gift.
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What goes in the price on the title for a gift?
Write GIFT in the sale price area, not a price of $1.
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Does the gift affidavit need a notary?
No. DOR says the General Affidavit or gift statement does not have to be notarized.
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Can the new owner use the giver's plates?
No. The plates that were on the car when it was given can't be used or moved to it.
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This page summarizes official Missouri sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Missouri Department of Revenue, and does not file or prepare forms. Confirm each step with the agency before you sign, pay or mail anything. Found a mistake? Email mr@marcelruettgers.com.