Florida HSMV Form 84061 Out-of-State Vehicle Affidavit

Florida HSMV Form 84061 Out-of-State Vehicle Affidavit – If you are purchasing a motor vehicle from a Florida licensed dealer and plan to title and register it in another U.S. state or a foreign country, you will likely encounter Florida HSMV Form 84061. Officially titled the “Declaration Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle Which Will Be Titled and Registered in Another State or Country,” this form is a critical document under Florida law that protects both the dealer and the out-of-state buyer.

This guide explains what the form is, when it is required, how to complete it correctly, and where to download the official version from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).

What Is Florida HSMV Form 84061?

HSMV Form 84061 (also referenced as HSMV 84061 S) is an official affidavit issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. It is used exclusively when a Florida licensed motor vehicle dealer sells a vehicle to a purchaser who resides in another state or country and will not title or register the vehicle in Florida.

By signing the form, the purchaser formally declares that they will take full responsibility for applying for title and registration in their home state or country. The form is retained in the dealer’s records and is not typically submitted to the FLHSMV or a county tax collector’s office.

The current version of the form is HSMV 84061 S (08/11).

Legal Authority for Form 84061

The requirement for this affidavit is established in Florida Statutes Section 319.23(6)(a). Under this statute:

  • When a licensed Florida motor vehicle dealer sells a vehicle to a general purchaser who resides in another state or country, the dealer is not required to apply for a Florida certificate of title on the buyer’s behalf.
  • The dealer must still transfer ownership by properly reassigning the certificate of title or Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) to the purchaser.
  • The purchaser must sign an affidavit (Form 84061), approved by the department, stating that they will title and register the motor vehicle in another state or country.

This provision allows Florida dealers to sell vehicles to non-residents efficiently while ensuring clear documentation of the buyer’s intent.

Official FLHSMV procedures (including TL-10 and TL-11) confirm that when the dealer elects not to process the Florida title, the completed and signed Form 84061 must be retained in the dealer’s files.

When Is Form 84061 Required?

Form 84061 is required in the following situations:

  • A Florida licensed dealer sells a new or used motor vehicle to a buyer who lives outside Florida (another U.S. state or a foreign country).
  • The buyer intends to title and register the vehicle in their home jurisdiction rather than in Florida.
  • The dealer chooses to hand over the title documents (or MCO) directly to the buyer instead of applying for a Florida title.

It is not required for:

  • Sales to Florida residents (the dealer must obtain the Florida title in the buyer’s name).
  • Private-party (non-dealer) sales.
  • Situations where the dealer elects to process the Florida title anyway.

Temporary tags are commonly issued by the dealer so the buyer can legally transport the vehicle home while completing out-of-state registration.

How to Complete Florida HSMV Form 84061?

The form is straightforward. Here is the information you will need to provide:

  1. Date Purchaser(s) Signed – Enter the date the affidavit is signed.
  2. Vehicle Description – Year and Make of the motor vehicle.
  3. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) – The full 17-digit VIN.
  4. Date of Purchase – The date the vehicle was purchased.
  5. Complete Name of Selling Dealer – The full legal name of the Florida dealership.
  6. Purchaser Information – Printed name, signature, and complete address of the primary purchaser.
  7. Co-Purchaser Information (if applicable) – Printed name, signature, and complete address of any co-purchaser.

The form ends with the standard Florida perjury declaration:

“Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing document and that the facts stated in it are true.”

Both the purchaser and any co-purchaser must sign. No notarization is required.

Download Official Florida HSMV Form 84061

You can download the official, fillable PDF directly from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

Download Florida HSMV Form 84061 (PDF)

The form is also listed on the official FLHSMV Forms page under form number 84061.

Important Considerations for Buyers and Dealers

For Out-of-State Buyers

  • Signing Form 84061 confirms your responsibility to title and register the vehicle in your home state or country within the time limits required by that jurisdiction.
  • You will typically receive a temporary Florida tag (usually valid for 30 days) to drive the vehicle home.
  • Sales tax treatment often differs for non-residents. In many cases, Florida dealers collect tax at the buyer’s home-state rate (capped at Florida’s rate) using Form DR-123 when applicable. Confirm the correct tax procedure with the dealer and your home state’s DMV.
  • Keep a copy of the completed Form 84061 and all title documents for your records.

For Florida Dealers

  • Properly complete the title reassignment or MCO transfer.
  • Have the buyer complete and sign Form 84061.
  • Retain the signed original in the dealership’s files.
  • Issue any required temporary tags according to FLHSMV rules.
  • Follow all federal odometer disclosure requirements.

Failure to follow these steps can create compliance issues for the dealer and delays for the buyer when registering the vehicle elsewhere.

Related Florida Vehicle Titling Resources

Final Thoughts

Florida HSMV Form 84061 is a simple but essential document that enables smooth out-of-state vehicle sales from Florida dealers. By clearly documenting the buyer’s intent to title and register the vehicle elsewhere, it satisfies the requirements of Florida Statutes Section 319.23(6)(a) and protects both parties.

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