Where can I get a replacement car title?

How can I get a replacement title?

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You may be worried if you can't find your vehicle title. However, there's no need to fear, as most states have a quick and straightforward process for obtaining a replacement title.

If you have lost or damaged your vehicle title, generally you can apply for a replacement title through your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or equivalent agency. The specific process for obtaining a replacement title can vary depending on your state, but usually involves completing an application form, providing proof of identity and ownership of the vehicle, and paying a fee.

‍To find the steps specific to your state, please find the state your vehicle is registered in below.

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Alabama

• Process: Apply online through the Alabama Department of Revenue's Motor Vehicle Division website, in person at your local county title and registration office, or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Replacement Title (Form MVT-12-1).
• Identification Needed: A valid state-issued ID or driver's license.
• Fee: $15.00 for the replacement title fee.
• Additional Requirements: If the vehicle is financed and the title is held by a lienholder, you'll need authorization from the lienholder to obtain a replacement title.

Remember, in-person applications are significantly faster than mail or web applications in most states. If you're applying by mail, you'll need to send your completed application form along with the required fee to the address provided by the Alabama Department of Revenue. Always check the latest requirements and procedures on the official Alabama Department of Revenue website or contact your local county title and registration office for the most current information.

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Arizona

• Process: Available in-person at local AZ MVD locations or by mail.
• Required Form: Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236).
• Identification Needed: Driver's license or ID card.
• Fee: $4 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: May need license plate number, vehicle's VIN, make, model, and year, proof of vehicle's registration, and any lien details.

In-person MVD visits tend to expedite the process. For the most current information on replacing a title, visit the Arizona MVD website or reach out to your local office.

Arkansas

• Process: Can be done in person at any revenue office or via mail.
• Required Form: Vehicle Registration Application.
• Identification Needed: Proof of ownership and a valid form of identification.
• Fee: Varies; a small fee is required for processing.
• Additional Requirements: Documentation proving ownership and identity.

Applying in person at a revenue office is generally quicker than mail applications. Should you apply by mail, double-check that your form and payment are sent to the correct Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration address. Always verify the most updated procedures at the official Arkansas DFA website or by reaching out to your local revenue office.

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California

• Process: Application for a duplicate title can be completed online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title (Form REG 227).
• Identification Needed: Valid government-issued ID.
• Fee: $23 fee for duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Must not have any liens recorded on the title

In-person DMV visits tend to expedite the replacement process compared to online or mail applications. If mailing, ensure your form and payment are addressed to the California DMV. For the most current information on replacing a title, visit the California Department of Motor Vehicles website or contact a DMV office.

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Colorado

• Process: Available in person at a county motor vehicle office or by mail.
• Required Form: Duplicate Title Request and Receipt form.
• Identification Needed: A valid form of ID.
• Fee: $8.20 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle identification number (VIN)

Visiting a county motor vehicle office can speed up getting your duplicate title over mailing your application. Make sure to send mail applications to the correct county office address. Check the Colorado DMV website for the latest updates or contact your local office for assistance.

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Florida

• Process: Can be requested online through the FLHSMV virtual office, in person at a local service center, or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate or Lost in Transit/Reassignment for a Motor Vehicle, Mobile Home or Vessel Title Certificate (Form HSMV 82101).
• Identification Needed: Proof of identity and ownership.
• Fee: $75.25 for an electronic title or $77.75 for a paper title (if requested by mail or in person).
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle identification number (VIN) or title number.

An in-person visit to a local service center may provide a quicker turnaround than online or mail applications. When applying by mail, address your application and fee accurately to the FLHSMV. For the latest information, consult the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website or your nearest service center.

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Georgia

• Process: Request can be made online, in person, or by mail.
• Required Form: MV-1 Title/Tag Application.
• Identification Needed: A valid Georgia driver's license or ID card.
• Fee: $8 replacement title fee.
• Additional Requirements: Must have the vehicle's VIN and current registration.

Applying in person at a local office can be faster than online or mail options. If mailing, ensure your documents and fee are sent to the right place. Stay updated with the latest application process on the Georgia Department of Revenue website or by contacting a local office.

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Idaho

• Process: In person at county assessor's motor vehicle office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Certificate of Title.
• Identification Needed: Proof of identity and ownership.
• Fee: $14 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Vehicle identification number (VIN).

Consider applying in person for quicker service compared to mail applications. If mailing, double-check the address for the county assessor's motor vehicle office. For the most accurate information, visit the Idaho Transportation Department website or get in touch with your local office.

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Illinois

• Process: Online via the Illinois Secretary of State's website, in person at a Secretary of State facility, or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Vehicle Transaction(s) (VSD 190).
• Identification Needed: Valid photo ID.
• Fee: $95 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Lien release if applicable.

An in-person application at a Secretary of State facility might process your duplicate title faster than online or by mail. Ensure mail applications are correctly addressed. Check the Illinois Secretary of State website for the latest on title replacements or contact a local office for details.

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Kansas

• Process: In person at a county treasurer's office or by mail.
• Required Form: Duplicate Title Application (TR-720B).
• Identification Needed: A photo ID.
• Fee: $10 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle's current registration or renewal notice.

Applying in person at your county treasurer's office is likely quicker than mailing your application. Verify the mail address if you choose that route. For up-to-date information, visit the Kansas Department of Revenue website or your local treasurer's office.

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New Mexico

• Process: In person at any MVD Field Office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Certificate of Title.
• Identification Needed: Valid photo identification.
• Fee: $5 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Must provide the vehicle identification number (VIN).

Visiting an MVD Field Office could expedite your duplicate title request compared to mailing it. If sending by mail, ensure correct addressing. The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division website has the latest details, or you can contact a field office directly.

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North Carolina

• Process: Online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Title (MVR-4).
• Identification Needed: Valid ID or driver's license.
• Fee: $20 fee for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Lien release if the vehicle is financed.

An in-person visit to a DMV office often results in faster processing than online or mail. For mail applications, double-check the address. Updated procedures can be found on the North Carolina Department of Transportation website or by contacting a local DMV office.

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Ohio

• Process: In person at any County Clerk of Courts Title Office or by mail.
• Required Form: Duplicate Title Application (Form BMV 3774).
• Identification Needed: A valid Ohio photo ID.
• Fee: $15 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The owner's Social Security Number (SSN) and the vehicle identification number (VIN).

Going directly to a County Clerk of Courts Title Office might get you a replacement title sooner than applying by mail. Ensure your mail application is correctly addressed. Always check the Ohio BMV website for the most current title replacement information or contact your local title office.

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Oregon

• Process: In person at a DMV office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Title and Registration.
• Identification Needed: Proof of ownership and identification.
• Fee: $93 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle's license plate number or VIN

Applying in person at a DMV office can be quicker than mail. If mailing, verify the correct address for your documents and fee. Consult the Oregon DMV website for the latest info or get in touch with a local DMV office for help.

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South Carolina

• Process: Online, in person at a DMV office, or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Title (Form 400).
• Identification Needed: Government-issued photo ID.
• Fee: $15 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Lien release if there's a lienholder recorded on the title.

Visiting a DMV office in person may fast-track your duplicate title application over online or mail methods. Ensure mail is correctly addressed to the SC DMV. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles website provides the most up-to-date information, or contact a local office for details.

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Tennessee

• Process: In person at any county clerk's office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Title (Form RV-F1321801).
• Identification Needed: A valid government-issued photo ID.
• Fee: $11 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle identification number (VIN) or current registration.

Applying in person at a county clerk's office is generally faster than mail. Double-check the mailing address if sending your application. For the latest information, visit the Tennessee County Clerk website or contact your local office directly.

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Texas

• Process: Online through the TxDMV website, in person at your county tax office, or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for a Certified Copy of Title (Form VTR-34).
• Identification Needed: A valid photo ID.
• Fee: $5.45 for a certified copy of title.
• Additional Requirements: Must know the vehicle's license plate number or VIN.

Getting your duplicate title might be quicker if you apply in person at your county tax office rather than online or by mail. If mailing, ensure correct addressing to the TxDMV. Always check the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles website for the latest procedures or contact your local tax office.

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Utah

• Process: In person at a DMV office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Utah Title.
• Identification Needed: Valid photo ID.
• Fee: $6 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: Vehicle identification number (VIN).

Consider visiting a DMV office for faster processing of your duplicate title compared to mail applications. Mail applications must be correctly addressed. The Utah Division of Motor Vehicles website has the most current information, or contact a local DMV office.

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Virginia

• Process: Online through the DMV's website, by mail, or in person at a customer service center.
• Required Form: Application for Supplemental and Transfer Liens or Replacement and Substitute Titles.
• Identification Needed: Proof of identity and ownership.
• Fee: $10 for a duplicate title.
• Additional Requirements: The vehicle's VIN and current mileage.

An in-person visit to a DMV customer service center can provide quicker results than online or mail. Verify the mail address if you choose to send your application. For the latest on replacing a title, check the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles website or get in touch with a service center.

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West Virginia

• Process: You can apply for a duplicate title in person at your local DMV office or by mail.
• Required Form: Application for Duplicate Title (DMV-4-TR).
• Identification Needed: Valid photo ID such as a driver's license.
• Fee: $15.00 for the duplicate title fee.
• Additional Requirements: If there's a lien on the vehicle, lien release information may be required. Ensure all sections of the application are completed to avoid delays.

Keep in mind that visiting in person often results in quicker processing compared to mail or online applications in many states, including West Virginia. If you choose to apply by mail, you must send your completed application form and the necessary payment to the specified address of the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles. Visit the official West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles website or by contacting your nearest DMV office directly to ensure you have the most current information

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