When you purchase a used car in St. Joseph, MO, you must pay sales tax to the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR). The sales tax rate in Missouri is 4.225%.
How to Pay Sales Tax on a Used Car
You can pay sales tax on a used car when you register it with the Missouri DOR. You will need to provide the following documents:
* The vehicle title
* A completed Form MV-77, Application for Missouri Title and License
* Proof of insurance
* A valid driver's license
* The sales tax amount
You can pay the sales tax by cash, check, or credit card.
Exemptions from Sales Tax on Used Cars
There are some exemptions from sales tax on used cars in Missouri. These exemptions include:
* Vehicles that are purchased by a Missouri resident and registered in another state
* Vehicles that are purchased by a non-Missouri resident and registered in Missouri
* Vehicles that are purchased by a government agency
* Vehicles that are purchased by a religious organization
* Vehicles that are purchased by a charitable organization
If you have any questions about paying sales tax on a used car in Missouri, you can contact the Missouri DOR at (573) 751-4000.
