Selling a trailer in Georgia: what to know
Georgia draws its trailer line at 2,000 lbs shipping weight. Below it, trailers are not titled at all: they are registered and tagged through the county tax commissioner, and the transfer runs on the bill of sale (with a copy of the seller’s registration attached, which Georgia counties like to see). At 2,000 lbs and above, a title is required to transfer ownership.
For untitled trailers the bill of sale carries real weight: it is the document the tag office registers from. Include the VIN exactly; if the trailer has no serial plate, the county will inspect it and issue one before tagging.
Georgia rules at a glance
| Topic | Georgia rule |
|---|---|
| Title | Not issued under 2,000 lbs shipping weight; required at 2,000 lbs and above. |
| Registration | All road trailers are registered and tagged through the county tax commissioner. |
| Transfer papers | Bill of sale with VIN; counties commonly ask for a copy of the seller’s registration with it. |
| No serial number? | The county verifies the trailer and issues a serial plate before tagging. |
| Notarization | Not required for the bill of sale. |
Last reviewed September 2026 against official state sources. Rules change; confirm with the state agency before your sale.
Georgia trailer bill of sale: FAQ
Do utility trailers have titles in Georgia?
Does a light trailer still need a tag?
What should the buyer bring to the tag office?
Does the bill of sale need to be notarized?
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