Welcome to a new week here at the eTags blog. Today’s article is for our friends in the heart of it all: Ohio. For folks who have just bought a vehicle, received one as a gift, or who have just moved to the Buckeye State, we’re going to walk you through how to transfer your title and registration in the state of Ohio. And the real perk here – we’ll show you how to facilitate these transfers online and avoid waiting IN line.
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How To Transfer Title and Registration Online in Ohio
1. Gather your documents. The first thing you’ll need to do is have the necessary paperwork and information on hand. Here’s what you’ll need:
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- The certificate of title. In the case of a sale, this will need to be signed over to you. If the seller has misplaced the title, they will have to order a replacement document and then sign it over.
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This can be found on the title, on the registration, as well as on the driver’s side windshield, and sometimes on the driver’s left side seat base.
- Government-issued ID.
- Form BMV 3774.
2. Head over to eTags.com.
1. Select Ohio as your state from the pop-up menu and then choose Transfer Title and Registration
2. Specify your service again as Transfer Title and Registration and click Next
3. Indicate the transfer type you’ll need:
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- New plate
- Transfer an Ohio plate already in your name
- Title only – for when you won’t be driving the vehicle
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4. Enter your VIN and confirm vehicle details
5. Choose the state in which your vehicle is currently titled
6. Fill in legal owner details – this can be an individual or company
7. Provide the address that is currently on file with the BMV.
**If you’d like your new title and registration shipped to an alternate address, click the blue box below and fill in this address as well.
8. Supply your contact information. Both an email address and mobile phone number will be required here.
9. Review your summary page. Here you will have the chance to edit any details and add a second vehicle for the same service if applicable.
**Please note that for any other service you’ll need to place a separate order. If everything looks good here, click Checkout.
10. On your final page you can choose the type of payment you wish to use and enter the information accordingly. Take a moment to peek at the terms and conditions and when you’re ready, go ahead and click Pay!
It’s good to note that fees for title and registration in Ohio will vary according to county. These costs are determined by individual jurisdictions. For more information, check this page. 
Auto Insurance in Ohio
It’s super important to be sure and obtain valid Ohio auto insurance if you plan on driving your newly titled and registered vehicle. It’s the law! The current legal minimums in the Buckeye State are as follows:
- $25,000 for injury/death of one person
- $50,000 for injury/death of two or more people
- $25,000 for property damage in an accident
So, if you’ve just bought or were gifted a vehicle, or if you’ve just moved to Ohio and need to transfer your title and registration, you can do so online quickly and easily at eTags.com. No appointments and no waiting in line. And for any extra assistance, reach out to us here. Because as always, at eTags, we’re here to help!
