Registration

When Registration Is Required

Manufactured homes must be registered when they are:

Located on land owned by someone other than the owner (e.g., mobile home park).
Located on land owned by the homeowner but rented or leased for business use.
Newly purchased or transferred into Alabama from another state.

Deadline: Must be registered with the county official within 30 days of purchase or entry into Alabama.

Required Documents

To complete a registration, you need:

Driver's license or state ID for each owner.
Proof of ownership & proof sales tax is paid.
2000 and newer: Title or Alabama Certificate of Title Application.
1999 and older: Notarized bill of sale in place of a title.

Bill of Sale & Sales Tax Guidelines

Must include:

Year, make, model, size, color, and VIN
Date of purchase & purchase price
Printed names and signatures of seller(s) and buyer(s)

Note: Maximum of 2 owners on registration. Casual sales between individuals require notarization.

Sales Tax Policy:

Alabama dealers must show sales tax collected on the bill of sale. For out-of-state dealer purchases and casual sales, tax must be paid at registration or will be calculated based on the purchase price.

Registration Decal

A registration decal is issued upon initial registration and payment of fees, featuring a letter identifying the type and occupancy status of the home.

Display Instruction: Follow instructions on the back of the decal to display it properly and avoid potential citation fees.