When it comes to vehicle titles in Florida, people need to get more answers about this relevant procedure.
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The purpose of a vehicle title is to provide a legal form that establishes a person or a business as the legal owner of a vehicle.
If you live in the state of Florida, here is a list of 20 vehicle title frequently asked questions (FAQs) every local must know before getting their new title.
#1 What’s vehicle title?
A vehicle title, or certificate of title, is a legal document that provides proof of ownership of a vehicle in Florida. It has current and accurate information about the vehicle.
Florida requires most vehicles to obtain a certificate of title excluding: mopeds, motorized bicycles, and trailers weighing less than 2000 pounds.
#2 When do people apply for a title?
In Florida, residents must apply for auto registration and title when:
- Bringing a motor vehicle into the state.
- Buying a new vehicle
- Transferring vehicle ownership
SEE ALSO: Car Buying Advice: 6 Best-Kept Tips For Every Buyer
#3 What are the steps to follow for registration and title?
To title and register your vehicle you need to fulfill the following requirements:
- Whether you obtain a paper or electronic title, the seller must fill in the vehicle transfer section. Fill in the Application for Certificate of Title.
- Present a proof of your auto insurance.
- Submit a completed Florida Insurance Affidavit.
- Payment for title transfer fees.
#4 Where can I apply for registration and title?
Both, buyer and seller, must go to the nearest tax collector’s office or license plate agencies to get a FLHSMV title transfer.
It’s a helpful way of getting a vehicle title without hassles. People located outside of the state can mail the form and fees to their local county office as well.
#5 What are the titles fees in Florida?
Here is a list of fees for vehicle title transfer in Florida:
- Electronic Title (already registered in FL) – $75.25
- Paper Title (already registered in FL) – $77.75
- Lien on vehicles – $2 per lien
- Out-of-state title transfer fee (electronic title) – $85.25
- Out-of-state title transfer fee (paper title) – $87.75
- New to FL vehicle fee – $225
- Paper title mail and/or print fee – $2.50
- Same Day Service (if offered at your local county tax office) – $10
#6 What is an adequate proof of auto insurance in Florida?
Any original or copy of the following documents serve as a proof of auto insurance:
- Florida auto insurance card
- Florida insurance policy
- Certificate of insurance
- Binder
- A completed original affidavit signed by the insured driver
SEE ALSO: Florida Auto Insurance Requirements for Vehicle Owners
#7 What is a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?
A VIN is a 17-character number that car manufacturers assign to every vehicle.
When a person applies for a title on a vehicle that was registered and titled in another state, the DMV looks at the VIN to verify that the vehicle is the same one as the one stated on the proof of ownership.
#8 Which vehicles are exempted from VIN verifications?
If you own any of the following vehicles, you are exempted from VIN verifications:
- New vehicles licensed in Florida
- Mobile homes
- Trailers that weigh under 2,000 pounds
- Travel trailers
- Camp trailers
- Truck campers
- Fifth wheel recreation trailers
#9 What do I need to do to get a duplicate certificate of title?
The steps to get a title replacement are stated below:
Fill out an Application for Duplicate Title form.
Proof of identity
Lien satisfaction for lien free title, if applicable
Pay Florida title transfer fees (Question #5)
Vessel title fees – $6
SEE ALSO: Florida Title Transfers: Vehicles, Motorcycles, Boats, & Trailers
#10 Where do people mail their title application form?
The title application form must be submitted to your nearest tax collector’s office to process your petition.
#11 What if I found my Florida vehicle title after getting a replacement?
If you find the car title that you had lost after getting a new Florida title replacement, contact your local DMV to keep record and follow their guidance.
It doesn’t matter if your old title has lost validation, it’s always advisable to report it to the Florida DMV.
#12 What’s an odometer reading disclosure?
An odometer reading disclosure is an instrument used for measuring the distance travelled by a vehicle:
- It is used to certify the exact odometer reading at the time of sale.
- Tracking indicator that determines whether mileage is increasing or exceeding its mechanical limits.
- Prevents mileage tampering and sustain the actual sale value of any vehicle on sale.
#13 Where should I enter my odometer mileage reading?
You’ll need to enter the mileage on the Certificate of Title. You will see a section that covers odometer reading.
#14 Can a minor obtain a title for a vehicle?
Absolutely. A minor can own a motorized vehicle and there’s no legal age limit that could overturn it. The list below outlines the authorized people to sign the application for certificate of title for the minor (under 18 years old):
- The minor
- The minor’s natural guardian
- The minor’s appointed guardian
SEE ALSO: Florida Registration Renewal Doesn’t Have to be a Painful Experience
#15 How do I properly sign over my vehicle title to another person?
Go to the Transfer of Title By Seller section, and complete the following:
- Name and address of the buyer
- Odometer Reading information
- Selling price
- Date of sale
Buyers and sellers both need to sign and hand print their name on the buyer/seller section.
#16 Is it legal to gift your vehicle to a family member?
People are authorized to gift their vehicle to a family member or any other non-family member with similar procedures to buying and selling.
Just make sure you complete one of the following documents to give proof that you gave or received the vehicle at no cost:
- Bill of Sale
- Affidavit
#17 Do all parties need to sign when there’s a joint ownership?
When a first-time transfer goes to a joint ownership, even if the joint ownership is specified by “and” or “or”, Florida requires the signatures of all parties on the application for a title.
#18 How do I get a vehicle title if my deceased spouse is listed on the title?
Since July 1, 2017, people could choose to receive a free title replacement when a deceased spouse is listed on a vehicle. Surviving spouses must fill in an application for surviving spouse title transfer form.
The completed form must be submitted to a motor vehicle service center with additional documents including: copy of death certificate, proof of identity, and marriage certificate if the name of the spouse is not detailed on the death certificate.
Fees may apply depending on your delivery preferences.
SEE ALSO: Florida PIP Insurance Requirements: What Is PIP Insurance?
#19 What’s an electronic lien title?
An electronic lien title (ELT) is a program that runs across various US states, including the state of Florida, allowing local DMVs to electronically exchange lien and title information with lienholders without using paper titles.
#20 How do I remove a lien holder from a Florida title?
Once you’ve completed your car payments, your lienholder will electronically notify the Florida DMV that you are free of payments.
Since Florida handles vehicle titles electronically, you could keep your electronic title or request a paper title through your local DHSMV office.
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I’m purchasing a car for my daughter who is 17 and has a valid Florida drivers license and covered under our insurance policy as a driver for any of our vehicles.. I understand the title can be in her name but can she register the car for new tags as well in her name?
Florida, unlike other states (NY for example), require that whomever is named on the title is also named on the registration. So, if the vehicle is titled to her name, then the registration will also need to be in her name. If you are both on the title, then you must both be on the registration. If your question about having her name on the title/registration stems from an insurer’s requirement, keep in mind that a car can be insured and operated to one person while owned/titled/registered by a different person, although you may find restrictions and major cost differences in that situation.
We have an RV with a current lien on it and want to sell it. The company with the Lien is an online Bank. If we pay it off will the online Bank (BMO). contact you or do we need to contact you and how can we get the title so we can transfer ownership to another. We are now in Virginia.
Every lender has a different process for what to do with a title once a lien is paid off. Confirm with your lender if they will automatically send you the title or, if the title is held electronically, would it remain so for you then to request to have the title printed and mailed to you. Once you have the title, you can sign over to the seller. While not required, you and the seller should both sign a Bill of Sale and each get a copy. Best of luck.
We have a close family friend that has passed. He left the majority of his estate to us including his vehicle. It currently has an electronic title (loan paid off) in his name alone. We have the bank document that stated the loan was paid off and the title is electronic. His cousin has been appointed the personal representative for the estate and she lives in OH. I was supposed to be the personal representative but could not be appointed as such because we live out of state and are not blood related. We live in TX and would like to bring the vehicle back to TX with us. How can we get a paper copy of the title and will we be able to get a temporary tag so we can legally drive it back to TX to register/title it here? Also, I am going to add it to my insurance, but it’s also in TX. Will I need to make the insurance specifically for FL in order to get a temp tag?
The cousin that was named the personal representative can request the electronic title be printed and mailed to him. He will need to provide a copy of his ID and the documents naming him personal representative. Once he has the title, he would sign as the seller and hand the title to you to sign as the buyer. In Florida, you can request temporary tags and they will accept the TX insurance. Call your insurer to have the vehicle added to your TX policy.
I am looking to buy a travel trailer in Florida but the present owners title says Title of ownership, parking only. Can i retitle this in my name so I can move it from place to place
We are not familiar with the designation “Title of ownership, parking only” on a title but you may find more information in this FL DMV document about titles for recreational vehicles, like travel trailers. That said, since all/most travel trailers are more than 2,000 pounds, you should expect to receive a standard Florida title. While limited in the information provided, you can check the VIN on this FL DMV page to confirm that the title you are receiving from the seller is the most recent based on a matching title number and issue date. Lastly, outside of pursing legal methods when attempting to title and register a vehicle you purchased, there is no replacement for the official title, so we recommend doing your research and making sure you are being provided an official title document before transacting or completing the purchase. Best of luck.
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Several months ago I gave my car to a family member as a gift. I gave him the paper title and filed a Bill of Sale and he agreed to register the car in his name. Unfortunately he never did that and he is refusing to do it now. Our relationship has broken down and I want nothing further to do with the car in any way. If my family member refuses to register the car in his name how can I legally remove my name from so that I am no longer liable for anything related to the car?
You need to “surrender” (dispose) your existing license plate to the DMV. This can be done in person or electronically by calling your local Tax Collector’s office with the tag #.
My mom gifted me a vehicle and I have an appointment to register in my name. I have the title. Where is the affidavit that needs to be complete showing the vehicle was gifted at no cost?
In Florida you don’t need a form, all you need to do is write GIFT as the sales price. Form 82002, if transferring a FL license plate to a family member that lives in the same household.
Can my title be transferred to a family member and me still be able to register the vehicle to drive it and insure it?
You can transfer the registration and tags to her if both your driver licenses have the same Florida address. If not, she will have to obtain new Florida tags and you can keep the tags currently on the vehicle to transfer them to another vehicle in the future. If her name is already on the insurance card, you can use the same policy. Your daughter can place an order to transfer the title and registration online by visiting eTags.com/app/fl.
I purchased a vehicle thru private party who just obtained title in his name on 8/19. He unfortunately had the incorrect mileage put on the title in error. After it was printed, he put a line thru it and provided the correct mileage. The DMV states they are unable to do anything with the title until they are able to see the image uploaded by the state which could be 30+ days wait, then we can bring in an OD statement and a Bill of Sale to process title. This seems extreme when the seller acknowledged he estimated the mileage and then hand-wrote the correct mileage, and is willing to complete an affidavit of error. How can we get this handled quicker so that we can register and drive the paid for vehicle?
yes it’s the only way to get a title correction within a title transfer transaction. It may be easier for the seller himself to go an agency and obtain a duplicate title with odometer correction.
hello!!!
I bought a Mercedes 2002 from a person, but he did not provide me with a title, and only in my hands I have a bill of sale with all the data. Unfortunately, I can’t find my seller and now I don’t have the opportunity to make a title in my name. It’s been half a year and I can’t use the car and only pay for parking. what should I do?
This question requires legal advice and maybe getting a bonded title.
I live in Florida and want to buy a used car for my brother in New Jersey. What is the procedure once I purchase the car. I plan on driving it up to New Jersey. Thank you Mark
When you purchase the vehicle, make sure to have the seller fill out his information on the title. Leave the buyer information blank. You’ll have to get the title to your brother where he will register the vehicle in New Jersey and send you the license plate. Once received, you can pop the license plate on the car and drive it up north!
Hello I recently purchased a new boat vessel from a dealership. The dealership already registered the boat & trailer under my name. But the dealer doesn’t want to give me my paperwork because he is trying to blackmail me into paying for repairs to the boat trailer which wasn’t in the agreement. The tag agency told me I couldn’t request copies of the registration or the new tags for the trailer because I had to get it from the dealer. I called the lender & told them what was happening & I’m waiting on a response from management.
Is there any other way to get my paperwork & trailer tag?
Hi Javier,
As long as the dealership completed the tag and title work, you can certainly request a replacement of the tag. If the dealership hasn’t completed the tag work, you’ll need to work with them to get it completed. I hope this provides some clarity.
Hello! So I’m acquiring a new vehicle and I’m going to transfer the title to my name , I already have a vehicle and I have some unpaid tolls on it would having those unpaid tolls affect getting the new title for the other vehicle?
Having tolls on and existing plate will not hinder transferring them to the new vehicle. However he will not be able to register/renew the vehicle until those tolls have been paid. You can register online with eTags and we can help with providing info on tolls.
Hello I’m planning to move to Florida later this year. My husband has an 84 station wagon that has no title because NH does not require one for 97 or older. Would he need to get a title in Florida?
According to the DMV manual, NH titles all vehicles with a model of 2000 and never ,therefore, only the registration is required to transfer. And a Florida title will be issued.
I have a car that is titled in my name and I allowed my boyfriend to use the car for transportation! He took off to another county when we split up and he refused to give my car back! The police say that I can’t press charges for theft because I allowed him to use it! He does not have the title! I do and it’s in my name! I have since unregistered the tag and cancelled the insurance so the car is not legal to drive anymore hoping he would get pulled over and I can get my car back! In the state of Florida can someone who doesn’t have a title or registration because I have both and the vin matches my name when pulled up on dmv records! Can someone junk a car if the vin number doesn’t match the person who is trying to junk the car with no title or registration?
This article may help:
If my husband has a vehicle with a lien and out of state tags can he transfer me (his spouse) as registered owner with insurance ins my name and him legal owner without insurance since he doesn’t drive it?
Hey there! I don’t have enough details to fully answer this question but typically if there’s a lien you likely cannot change ownership without going through your finance company. You’ll need to be vetted and approved for a loan first. Also, the insurance could probably be in your name with him listed as a driver in the household. All of this is speculation but I hope this helps!
Find a junk yard that will take the old clunker, sans title, and be done with it!
If you know the address where the vehicle is, contact a “Repo” company in that local and have them pick up the car. They will want you to show proof that you are the legal owner. Be prepared to pay $400 or so for their services.
I bought a vehicle but since I don’t drive, I put the title in my friends name. I paid everything title transfer tags etc. My friend drives me to my doctor appointments and to buy grocories etc. Since then I have been worried. Can I have my name added to the title even tho I don’t have a drivers license ? I don’t want her to be able to sell it or anything out from under me , as I have just found out she is a drug user and now I am nervous
Hey there, you can but there are factors to consider and this eTags article will help you understand the topic a bit better
You can also maybe just add a name to the title, that may be another way to go: This article can help on the topic
Hi i bought a 1953 Sparton Travel Trailer. Last place it knowingly came from is Alabama. THERE IS NO RECORD OF REGISTRATION ON FILE WITH THE SERIAL NUMBER. It has no weight, NO TITLE, NO REGISTRATION. We have no idea when or where it was last registered. How can we get the weight without getting pulled over and get a ticket for no tag. How can we obtain a registration or title??? We have a bill of sale and names of the last 2 owners. Neither owners ever registered it. Please help we just want to get a tag and in our names so we can start restoring it and traveling legally with the travel trailer.
Without a registration or title for the trailer, you will need to contact the DMV directly or visit a tag office to confirm what will be required to title and register the vehicle. The DMV/tag office may be able to search the history of the VIN and confirm what will be required. You can find a tag office in your county on this page or contact the DMV at (850) 617-2000.
I wanted to gift a vehicle so I gave the title over with the condition it worked still and title transfer be done but the car became inoperable, so I told the person no they could not have it unless they signed it and took it to do a title transfer…I can’t keep paying insurance on a car I don’t want but they refuse to do title transfer or give my signed title back…can I sell it to junk yard??
If you own the vehicle, and your name is on the title, you can choose to work with a junkyard.
I have a title that was signed by the sell can I just use that do get a Florida title I am moving there from Nevada and that’s were the title is from
if the title was signed over to you, then you can transfer the out-of-state title to FL and register in FL by visiting eTags online
I paid off my car in September, do I need to do anything to obtain the title? I have heard nothing from the state and only received a letter from the bank lender stating the car was paid off. Thank you.
You need to go to DMV and request the title or place an order on our etags website for print title. The state won’t automatically send it. The bank releases the title to the state and it’s the customer’s responsibility to obtain the title from the state if and when they need/want it.
If me and my son are joint owners of a car can he sell the car without me without my signature
Hello there, that depends on what the title says. Is it joint ownership with an “and” or and “or”. And, you would have to both sign over the title, with an or, only one person can do so.
We are selling a car, and our old (Florida) address is on the paper title. Does this matter?
No it doesnt
Can I remove my teenage son’s name of the car title? it’s been nothing but trouble.
Yes you can, with a title transfer. Here’s more info on the process which you can do online with eTags.
I sold a 150cc scooter in Florida and forgot to put odometer reading in the title. Are there any troubles with that?
The new owner will have an opportunity to update mileage when he/she titles and registers.
I sold a car but the person never put the title in her name. Does that mean the car still belongs to me?
Yes, you’re responsible for anything that happens involving the car such as accident, parking tickets, toll payments and so on. A title represents ownership, the title must be signed over to the new buyer. You can transfer ownership online here
I currently have an issue I need to transfer a title from my fathers name to my name but he has a lien on his dmv record from a junkyard and Im not sure as to if he has to pay the lien first or if he can transfer the title over to me so I can then insure the car after?
The lien must be paid off before a transfer of ownership can be done. Once the lien has been satisfied, you can submit an order to transfer the title in your name by visiting etags online
To begin the reviewing process, we require an image of the original title, your driver’s license, the lien satisfaction letter and proof of insurance if you would want to also register the vehicle with a license plate.
I need to transfer a title from the owner of the business into the business name. Please advise
You can complete a change of ownership from the owner of the business to the business name by visiting etags online to begin the reviewing process, we require an image of the title, the business owner’s driver license and proof of Florida liability insurance in the business name.
My husband has dementia and no longer drives. We currently own two vehicles, both jointly titled with an “or.” I ‘m trading in both of these vehicles for a new one which I’m planning to title in my name only. I think that the insurance on the new vehicle would again be in my name only. Are you aware of any problems with this plan such as problems with use or sale of vehicle if I predecease my husband?
if both your names are on the title, you have ownership and can proceed. Visit eTags for a new title transfer and registration
I purchased a vehicle for a friend. The vehicle is currently titled in my name. I am working on a vehicle payment agreement for repayment. Upon repayment the vehicle will then be titled in his name.
Do I have to keep insurance on this vehicle? Or can my friend get insurance on the vehicle since there is a payment agreement?
Yes, you will need to keep insurance on this vehicle because the title is still in your name. Once the title is transferred, you can discontinue the insurance coverage and the new owner will need to insure the vehicle.
Can I have a vehicle and it’s tag registered in my name if I am 16 in Florida? The dealership I bought from told me no. Online it said I could.
In FL, a minor cannot technically own any property in his/her own name, you have to be at least 18 years old. Anything “owned” by the minor is actually the property of the legal guardian until the individual reaches 18 years old.
A close friend who recently passed was the sole owner of the family vehicle. I’m trying to assist her husband who is disabled and does not drive nor have a DL, keep the vehicle by registering and insuring it in his 15yr daughter’s name (she has a learner’s permit). This is their only means of transportation. Is this possible in Florida?
Our condolences for your loss and that of your friend’s family. A learner’s permit will not be accepted to register the vehicle but your friend’s surviving husband can register the car in his name using his passport booklet. He would need to provide a copy of the death certificate, his passport booklet, and Florida insurance in order to transfer the title to his name and register the car with Florida plates/registration. To avoid a DMV visit, your friend’s husband can place an order for a transfer of title with application for registration by visiting this page. He will be asked to mail in the existing Florida title that is still in your deceased friend’s name. If he does not have the title, he would need to go to the DMV to complete the transfer or he can order a duplicate title on this page which will then need to be mailed in to complete the transfer.
I have a lien on a car I bought from Indiana and I’m trying to register it in Florida, the Indiana dealer cannot provide an electronic dealer licence number to the Florida DMV because they do not use the electronic system, how do I get my tag? I provided the title all paperwork but the dealer do not have that number for the dmv
You can submit an order to complete a title transfer and vehicle registration by visiting
https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question To begin the reviewing process, we require and image of the original title, your driver license or passport and proof of Florida insurance.
I bought a car in June in Florida. Long story short we were on a road trip and I had to get back to Maryland to have it inspected. I live in Maryland. Does the dealership need the inspection to get the Florida title tranferred to Maryland?
they’ll probably need the inspection if was done over 60 days ago or not at all, but best to check with your dealership on how the operate.
How do I ADD a name to a FL title. I have the title in hand but it is VERY confusing. I have contacted FL DMV and got 3 different answers. we are currently out of state so we can’t go to DMV personally. one sent me a paper to fill out along with the title. It says application for cert of title without registration. I have it all. Please tell me where on the title I need to fill it out. we are not husband and wife. It is an uncle and I am the only other living relative. we want JOINT owners as he is elderly and I need to drive him… thank you in advance….
Hey there, i had an agent look at this question and we can better assist you once you complete a title transfer with etags online. no need for in -person visits. Start here and a title specialist can help. https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question
Hi, I recently moved to FL from NJ and registered a travel trailer, boat and a boat trailer in FL. They all had a lien on them when I registered them but since then, I have paid off the lien and got lien release letters and NJ titles from the respective banks. Do we need to transfer the titles, if I want to sell trailers or the boat at some point or I can just sign over the NJ title if ever sell?
Thank you in advance!
When you’re ready to sell the vehicle, you can just sign over the NJ title to the buyer. You must also provide the buyer with the original lien release letter as proof that the lien has been satisfied.
Hello!
I recently purchased my husbands car. Not gifted. When we go to change the title over will I need to pay sales tax? I know some states exempt purchases between immediate family members. We currently are residents of FL.
Since you purchased it, there’s a 6% tax on it and some counties have extra fees too. Your tax collector can help you with this question.
I bought a car last year it’s still in my name but I have not been able to drive the car so my son has been driving it I realized that I can’t drive anymore so I want my son to keep the car. Can he register the car in his name even tho I am the one still paying on the car?
Since you are still making payments on the vehicle, you must first contact the lienholder to submit a request to include your son’s name as the second owner on the title. Once that’s been completed, you must go in person to your local tag agency to obtain a new registration that will include your son’s name as the co-owner.
If I buy a vehicle for my daughter but I register it under my name so that I am the vehicle owner, but, she will be the vehicle driver (lives in a different house) can she insure the vehicle under her name? And will I be liable if she causes an auto accident since I am the registered owner? We both live in Florida.
Since you are the registered owner of the vehicle, it is required that you have insurance coverage that is in both your name and your daughter’s name. Also, as the registered owner, you will solely be held liable for any damages made on the vehicle. To remove yourself from any liability, you can submit an order to transfer the title and registration in your daughter’s name by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question To begin the process, we will require an image of the original title, your daughter’s driver license and proof of Florida liability insurance that is in her name.
Can you still finance a vehicle in the state of florida if you have a lien on your tags from a tow bill?if you agree to make payments
Since we don’t handle auto loans, you can contact the finance company for more info on your specific situation.
I bought a older vehicle 1950 to be exact in Georgia and transferred the car home to Florida however it does not have a title only a Georgia registration and a bill of sale seeing how Georgia is non title state on 1985 and older vehicles. How do i go about getting a Florida title for the vehicle with what I have?
Hey there, eTags can use your GA registration to get your title. Pls go to for your title transfer online. https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog&utm_id=blog_question
I bought a new tesla from tesla in march 12 2021. In the system it shows that it was issued and printed on april 15 2021. Today is april 26 2021 and I have not receive it on the mail.
How long I have to wait for the tittle to arrive on the mail?
You would have to contact the dealership to know how long they take to send you the title. Some states allow car dealers to take two months to send the title.
I recently bought a car from a man here in Florida . I found out today he had scratched out a name on the title . So the Dmv gave me an affidavit for the person to sign . I tried contacting them and got no luck so we’re gonna drive to their house tomorrow which a few hours away and see if they still live there .
If we can’t find the person to sign the affidavit am I out of a car or is there some other way to go around it ? I’ve had the car in my possession for over 9 months now just didn’t have the money to fix it and now register it .
If you can’t find the seller, you’ll have to get legal advice on how to proceed or ask the DMV what else you can do.
I purchased a vehicle from a seller on Florida and was unaware he had mever transferred the title into his name. I have a notarized bill of sale and the title which lists him as a buyer. i have no way of contacting him. Is there anyway to get this car registered.
To register the vehicle in FL, the seller needs to put it in his name before transferring it to you. Maybe the bill of sale has info on it that can help you reach the seller.
I tried to register a car i purchased from a car dealer that was under someone else’s name , they provided the tile no lien , when I went to register I was informed that the vehicle was flagged and they had to hold on to the title ? I’m waiting for a call back what could this possibly mean the vin check doesn’t list the car as lost or stolen?
Perhaps there are errors on the title, misspellings, mismatched vins, signatures in the wrong spot…The dealer may be able to answer your questions or the DMV. It’s also possible that that title is a duplicate one, if the original is still circulating and not voided, that can also be an issue.
I am trying to purchase a side by side from a person in Florida who has a lien on it. It is an electronic title. I reside in Mississippi and my bank needs a paper copy of the bike to give me the load to go purchase the bike. Is there a way to get a paper copy of the electronic title with the lien holders information on it so that we can go forward with the loan?
I can’t locate the previous vehicle owner to obtain a bill of sale and he didn’t fill in my information as a buyer
We’re assuming that you have the title…
Just as long as the previous owner’s signature is included on the title, you can go ahead enter your information as the buyer. If there’s a designated section on the title to enter the selling price, then you do not need a Bill of Sale. You can submit an order to transfer the title and register the vehicle in your name by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog_question
An uploaded image of your driver’s license, the original title and proof of insurance will be required.
I have lived in Florida for almost 4 years. I have changed both vehicles to Florida plates right after moving here. Just recently paid off one vehicle which was purchased in Missouri and haven’t received the title yet (it has been almost 3 months since it was paid off) where is the title and how do I get it?
hey there, etags is a private online vehicle services company for registration and titling. We are not the DMV. Perhaps you can contact who had the title before…financial institution? dealer? private owner?
There is a lien holder on my paper title. But its marked as a gift can they take my vehicle from me. It’s in my name as owner and on the registration
if you a have a lien release letter from the lien holder confirming that the vehicle has been paid off, then you are the rightful owner of the vehicle
what would be the cost of the electronic new title after I paid my lien ?
a standard electronic title would cost $61.75 if the lien is removed, if not we charge an additional fee of $99.95 to reach out the lienholder on your behalf to request the lien release. You can go to etags to place your order by selecting lost title/ replacement title at https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question
I am trying to remove another person from my car title. Our names are joined by “or” on the title. Do i need to have her sign the current title to release her? front or back? Also do i need to fill out a new title application? Do I do this at the DMV or tax collector office?
Hey there, Owners joined by “or” indicates that either owner can take individual responsibility for the vehicle, and either owner may be present or may sign a bill of sale in order for the title to be transferred out of their names. Please note: When a title with two owners is joined by “or”, neither owner can remove their name leaving the title in the name of the other owner. The new owner must make application for title. You can visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to do your transfer title online so you won’t have to go to the dmv. If you choose to do it at dmv, we suggest you research online for your county and if you’ll need an appointment
I recently moved to NC from FL. I still hold a FL driver’s license and my car title is in FL, but my auto insurance is NC (just switched about a month and a half ago, I knew I’d be trading in my car soon so I didn’t switch it to NC, driver’s license is next on the to-do list). My car title is in my name and my dad’s name but he lives in the Middle East. I am trying to get a new car but since we are both on the title I can’t trade in my car without my dad signing the paperwork (they typically overnight it to people within the US and this really isn’t an option). Will having NC auto insurance mess up the process to transfer the title over to just me? What kind of options do I have?
Hey there, etags doesn’t handle north carolina titles but you can go to this webpage for info about the NC DMV. Make sure to click on title requirements to seee if a power of attorney would work in your case. this is their contact page https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/contact/Pages/default.aspx
I financed a car for my ex fiancee in my name. The loan has been satisfied by her and I’ve obtained a paper title.
She is getting Tolls/Tickets that I’m having to pay.
I can’t contact her to get the title transferred.
What recourse do I have?
Hello, so there are a few unknowns in your question, since you’re saying you obtained the title but still getting tolls. You may have to seek legal advice, or perhaps give eTags a call so you can explain the situation further. Typically we would say transfer title and registration to you, but again not sure about the entire scenario. You can find our phone number on our website at etags.com
My cousin have a car with a title from Rhode Island, fully paid. She lives in Pennsylvania and bought a condo in Florida. She wants to give me the car ( transfer the title), but also wants to keep the payments in her insurance in Philadelphia. I don’t think this is possible. Can you advice me, what is needed to do this transfer properly? Thanks
If you will be taking possession of the car and transferring the title to your name, you would apply for insurance in your name. To transfer the title to Florida, visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question to place an order to transfer the title and apply for Florida plates. What your cousin does with her PA insurance depends on what her provider and PennDot allows in terms of maintaining an open policy for a car she will not own
I recently brought my boat and trailer here to Florida from my former resident state of Missouri. I have my valid paper title for both boat and trailer (trailer less than 2,000 lbs) from Missouri. I now want to sell my boat and trailer to someone here in my new home state of Florida. What would be the process to transfer the title and registration of both the boat and trailer to the new owner (who is also a Florida resident).
Thanks in advance for your help.
Jim
Assuming that you have a Missouri title for the boat and trailer, you would need to complete the back of the title next to the ASSIGNMENT section as the Seller, and the new owner would need to complete that same section as the PURCHASER. Once both titles are completed, all that is required to complete the transfer in Florida is the original titles and the new owner’s driver license or passport. Unfortunately, we do not process boat transfers, but you can complete a transfer for the trailer by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
My wife is giving me her old car. Its registered to Florida, and to her. After she completes the bill of sale on the back of the title, and I go to the dmv, would I have to purchase a new plate? Or will the plate automatically transfer under my name? I know that a new Florida registration is 277, but this car is already registered to Florida. I am only trying to figure out if ill be paying the new title transfer fee of 77, or will I be paying the title transfer fee, as well all the new plate fee?
Since this vehicle is being transferred between family members, you will be exempted from paying the $225 initial registration fee. Your wife must complete Form HSMV 82002 with her signature. You can complete the transfer online by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
I purchased my vehicle in my name only in Fla but it’s registered for SC I own a home in both states I agreed to let my 27 year old son drive my car for three months as he agreed to make the first three payments now his three months is over and he refuse to give me back my vehicle the deputy is telling me he is co owner of my vehicle because he has interest in the vehicle and he made three payments so I have to do a civil lawsuit to get my car back but I have not seen no where in law that he’s a co owner even though I never placed him as a co signer what else can I do other than this civil suit and I’m a permanently disabled veteran US Army was deployed 4 times female single parent of two boys I still have at home If anyone can help I would appreciate it it’s sad that I have to fight another war at home with my own I would appreciate any advice I have started the civil suit
etags doesn’t provide legal advice. Perhaps contact an attorney to see what you can do.
I recently purchased a car here in Florida and my son is in college in Michigan, can I add his name to my car title so he can register the car there in Michigan.?
If your vehicle does not have a lien, then you can add your son’s name to the Florida title so he can register the vehicle in the State of Michigan. You can submit an order to do just that by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. If the vehicle does in fact has a lien, then you must contact the lienholder to add your son’s name on the title
Hi I applied for a replacement paper title to be mailed to me. I filled out the appropriate form, sent them the $$$. I just got the replacement title but it’s just a sheet of paper that says “State of Florida Application for Vehicle/Vessel Certificate of title”??? Is this the replacement? Or should I be expecting something else in the mail?
Hey there, did you order your replacement title with eTags?
I’m moving from Florida for a new job in NY and am selling my car to my dad in Nebraska. I have an electronic title en route from the bank which will take a few days. My understanding is to sell the vehicle I need a paper title. To get that, I can request online which takes 7 to 10 business daysor I have to schedule an appt. with the local tax collector for a ‘fast title’ (only with Covid, that’s even slower as appointments aren’t available for another month). I can’t wait around for 2-3 weeks to get my title in the mail. It seems the only other option is to schedule the tax collector appt. in another month and fly back just for that. Is there anyway I can either 1) transfer title using my electronic title or 2) have my paper title mailed to my NY address?
eTags can assist you in printing your electronic title and mailing it to your address in NY. Please go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion and choose replacement /duplicate title.
The assumption here that your vehicle is titled in Florida and that per your comment that “electronic title en route from the bank” there is no lien, you can place an order for an expedited (over-night) title. We can send to NY or NE but you will likely be asked for proof of residence for an address that differs from that on the ID you provide
Hi, I have a similar circumstance. I have a title on its way (7-10 business days), but need something sooner. Is it still possible to order a duplicate title through etags? I don’t want to slow down or create more confusion by ordering multiple tags.
My address is the same FL address that is registered/on license. What additional information would need to be gathered to create a duplicate title?
Appreciate the guidance.
hey there, a dup title is used to replace a lost or stolen one and this doesn’t seem to be your situation…unless we’re misunderstanding your situation. Here’s some info on dup titles in FL : https://www.etags.com/title-replacement/florida
I purchased a car from a small dealership in Miami, FL and got a loan. I am not American and for all previous cars that I purchased, the bank took care of getting the title from the dealer before paying for the car. In this case, the bank is asking me for the title. I’ve tried contacting the dealer but it seems that the company doesn’t exist anymore and he disappeared. I am completely lost. Please help me!!
Contact the DMV to confirm if ownership was transferred from the dealership to you or the bank. The DMV can confirm and provide the title.
Is it possible to have 2 vehicles registered under one name in Florida?
yes you can. You can go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to register your vehicles online.
Hi, my father moved from Florida to Tennessee. He never got his title while he lived there. Tennessee is asking for a title to register the vehicle. What does he need to do to get the title? Also, he no longer has a FL driver’s license or Florida insurance.
eTags doesn’t operate in TN, you’ll have to contact your local DMV to see what the options are for getting the title. If you have the bill of sale, you may want to let them know too.
I have a class A motorhome that was registered in Maryland as a 2017, when we registered it in Florida they verified the year through the chassis VIN and it came up as a 2016; however, it was sold to us as a 2017 because that is the actual year the coach was produced. We were told that is how it should be registered not by the chassis VIN. We are now trying to sell the motorhome and need a corrected registration. How do we get a corrected registration?
You go in person to a motor vehicle service center to update the information on the registration. For further inquiries, please contact your county tax collector’s office. https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/
My mom and I cosigned on my car. Now that I have paid it off, I would like to drop her off of the title, as well as change to address. (Florida to Florida address change). How do we do this?
If your title is currently in electronic status, the first step is to print your electronic title to obtain an official paper title. You can check the status of the title by visiting the following website, https://services.flhsmv.gov/MVCheckWeb/. If you DO have possession of the certificate of title, you may place an order on our website at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion and select “Transfer title/ Registration. you will be asked to submit images of your driver’s license, front and back of the title, proof of Florida insurance, proof of residency.
I am submitting for a duplicate title due to a lot title. I cannot get the odometer reading on my car because it is digital and the car doesn’t run. What can I do? It is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
For vehicles over 10 years, old the odometer reading is not required.
Hi, I live in Florida and am about to sell my vehicle. The paper title has my old Florida address on it. Is it necessary to have my current address on the paper title or can I sell the car with the Title as is?
No, it is not necessary to have your most current address on the title in order to sell it. Just make sure it is the most recent title that was printed by the DMV in case you have ordered a replacement title in the past. We also recommend signing a bill of sale; one copy for you and one copy for the buyer. If the buyer takes their time in transferring the title once you sell it and the vehicle is then ticketed or towed, you have proof that you are no longer the owner and so not responsible for any fees. Please do not hesitate to recommend your buyer to use http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to transfer the title online if they will be re-registering it in Florida or even if they are driving and registering it up in Pennsylvania or out in California (etags.com)
I live in Georgia. I would like to give my son a car for his 16th birthday. He lives with his mom in Florida. I have the title of the car here in Georgia. How do I do this? Do I sign the title over to him? Does he have to get it changed to Florida?
Yes, sign the title over to your son. Since he lives in Florida, he would register it in Florida. He can visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
to place an order to complete the title transfer and apply for Florida plates online. He will need the Georgia title so make sure to mail it to him once you have signed it.
I bought a vehicle from another state from a private owner , but due to needing an appointment to register the vehicle in the State of Florida I’m not able to till the end of the month that’s when they had an appointment available but the vehicle is all the way in Massachusetts is there any way that I can get a temporary tag till my appointment come so I can go pick up the vehicle? The owner already has sent me the title and bill of sale.
You can contact the MA RMV about temp tags in order to drive the vehicle to Florida to have it registered and await your appointment with the DMV. Alternatively, you can place an order to transfer the title and apply for Florida plates online via http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. The process takes 10 to 20+ days right now because of the high volume of online transfer requests but we can ship the Florida plates directly to Massachusetts so that the vehicle can be driven.
boyfriend is buying truck from deceased mans elderly wife. what steps do we take
Here’s a response from our agents: Assuming that the wife’s name is on the death certificate, she must sign the title as the seller being that she is the surviving spouse. When placing the order with etags at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
you must select the Title transfer/ New plate service type, then submit the following documents: (1) The front and back of the certificate of title, (2) The husband’s death certificate, (3) Applicants driver’s license and proof of insurance.
What happened if my co owner sign wrong place. She supposed to sign on the top of my titlle with me but She signed at co-purchase at first reassignment by licensed dealer ? Do i still able to skip the first and use a second reassignment by licensed dealer . Or I need to get new titles
Any errors made on the title will require that the previous owner (licensed dealer) complete an affidavit explaining the error. You can go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and choose Service Type: Transfer Title/Registration.
Hi, I just paid off my lien through Chase on July 20th. How do I go about getting the lien removed from my Florida title? I am planning on gifting it to my mother-in-law so I need a paper title.
You would just place an order with eTags, at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and choose Lost Title/Replacement Title
if the lien is electronic, eTags will contact the lien holder. If it is a paper lien then you’ll have submit the original lien release letter so that the agency can release the hold and print the title.
My husband passed away, he had two vehicles in his name alone, one is free and clear the other has a outstanding loan. He had a will which I am named 100% beneficiary. What do I need to do to get the vehicles transferred into my name?
You can get the title transfer for the car that is clean. You would have to provide her ID, her husband’s death certificate, and the will. As for the other vehicle, you would have to contact the loan company so that you could pay off the remaining balance and have the title- still in her late husband’s name-, mailed to you. After that, you could do a title transfer the same way.
I have just bought a car from a friend. He is a UK resident, wintering in FL. I wired the money into his account, he’s currently in UK. (trust and love this guy…). Anyhow, he has misplaced the title to the car, and being in England, he/me are in a jam. Anyone have any idea on how to proceed?
f your friend’s vehicle has a Florida-issued title, he can place an order for a replacement title here https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/replacement. Once he receives it, he needs to complete and sign the Seller section. He can then mail the title to you and you can complete and sign the Purchaser section. If you are registering the vehicle in Florida, you can place an order with us here https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer
to transfer ownership of the vehicle into your name and apply for Florida plates or transfer plates you already have.
I am selling a vehicle to someone. The vehicle is paid off. They are going to pay in installments to me. Do I need to fill out an application for notice of lien? I don’t give them the title until it is paid off?
We wouldn’t encourage you to give the title to the new owner, unless it’s been paid off completely. So yes, it’s a good idea to put a lien on it
I recently moved from Nevada, and had my car registered and re-titled in Florida. My Class B camper was put up for sale and placed in storage. It has taken longer to sell than expected and, so far, I have not registered or transferred this vehicle’s Title to Florida. Am I breaking any Florida law so long as I do not operate the my camper outside of the storage lot? Does it make any difference if the Nevada registration has expired?
You are not breaking the law if the camper is not on the road, however, he will want to be sure to advise the storage facility. Some facilities will not store unregistered vehicles.
I purchased a truck with only a copy of Florida title, and cannot reach the previous owner,I’m in N.J. and would like some guidance please.
We’re not sure we uhnderstand, please clarify entire question.
My husband passed away in January, 2020. I sold his car as surviving spouse to someone that resides out of state. We completed a bill of sale, and once the lien release was received, ordered a copy of the title online. I received the title, signed the back and sent it to the new owner. Now I have received the registration renewal notice for the license plate. Where and what do I do now to cancel the registration as well as his drivers license?
You’ll have to surrender the plate to a tax collectors office or the DMV. You can also notify the DMV about the death and they will cancel everything in the state system.
If the title has a designated section for the selling price, then a Bill of Sale is not required.
I own a home in MS where I claim homestead. I will be renting an apartment in FL where I will be working during the week and returning to MS most weekends. If I buy a new car, can I title it in FL or does it need to be titled in MS where I claim homestead?
You can title it in Florida since you will be residing here as well. All you need is to make sure you have Florida insurance. You can use etags and do it all online title + registration at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question
I purchased a 1962 Volkswagen. The person I bought it from had the title, but never transferred it into his name. I noticed later that the original seller signed the ‘Purchaser’ line instead of the ‘Seller’ line. Trying to locate the original seller, but he hasn’t lived at the address on the title for years.
The person from whom the new owner bought the 1962 Volkswagen must transfer the title in their name first before signing it over to the new owner.
My car has my dad and me both on the loan . He lives in Indiana and I moved to Florida . Can I still change the plates to Florida without him being here ?
If you and your Dad place an order on etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer, you’ll both be able to complete the application forms online and submit the required paperwork by mail to us. If done in person, you will both have to be there or you can obtain a notarized Power of Attorney allowing you to sign all the required documents on his behalf.
I have a boat that I am selling this week , however the title has my previous married name on it. What do I need to do, if anything, to make the title legal for transfer?
If updated your name with the DMV but didn’t get an updated title, you’ll just need to provide the buyer a signed affidavit stating that you are one in the same person with the reason the names differ.
Hello, I have purchased a Florida car in Massachusetts. The owner promised the title but now refused to give it. The Q1 form has been filled and signed and a copy of the last registration has been given. What are my options to register the car since the owner no longer wants to give the title.
The original title is required in order to do a title transfer. The previous owner has to sign the title to the new owner, and he or she will have to upload an image of it, them mail it. If you do not have it, then the transfer cannot be completed. At least not through eTags.
I purchased a car from a small dealership and it is paid off however they never sent me the title, DMV has no record of it and the dealership has since closed down so no way to contact anyone there to see about the title. Where do I go from here ?
You will need to send a CERTIFIED letter to the address for the company that has the lien… asking them to remove the lien on the title . Wait for it to come back to you. DO NOT OPEN THE LETTER, just bring it in to the local DMV or tax collectors office. you should be able to remove the lien and print the title then.
hi i just bought a car from a private seller she signed the title correctly but put her address buyers address at the top of transfer section what do i need to do ?
The previous owner would need to complete and sign a Miscellaneous Affidavit. Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=fromblogquestion
service: Transfer Title/Registration.
I sold this car to a friend, she signed the title and bill of sale. On the following morning she gave up on the deal. Now I have a car that needs to be sold and a signed title by her. What should I do? Do I need a title replacement? how can I fix that so i can sell the car in the proper way?
Hey there, a title replacement will be required before that vehicle can be sold again. You can go to etags.com/app/fl and select Service Type: Lost Title or Replacement Title.
So my dad sold his truck to someone and they never transferred the truck into their name. He went to renew his license on his birthday and they told him he had a lien on them from a towing company. Come to find out the person he sold it to got arrested and the truck was towed. We went to the actual tow company and they won’t give us any kind of info. What do we do now?
Well considering the vehicle is still in your dad’s name, he can provide some proof (maybe a bill of sale) that he sold the vehicle to and individual and was never titled and may be able to gain possession…. In some cases, owners will choose to sell vehicle to towing as settlement but that may not be something you’d want to do.
My son bought a used motorcycle. The man he bought it from put my sons name and address in the transfer of title by seller section. My son moved and doesnt want the bike. Can the title be transferred to me so I can register it or resell it? My son never registered it as it is a project bike. Thanks for any help!
Your son must transfer the title in his name first, then sign it over to the parent.
I refinanced my truck. The new lender wants a title showing them as the NEW lien holder. How do I get this done? I looked on line at form HSMV 82139 and I think it requires the new lien holder to sign section 3. The new bank says I have to sign! Help please…
Take the title to the DMV along with the refinancing documents where you can request that a lien in the banks name be added. You will likely be required to convert the title from a paper title to an electronic title that will allow for faster filing of the lien. The DMV representative can provide further instruction of what you will be able to provide the bank to confirm the filing of the lien and secure the loan. Best of luck.
What if on Florida vehicle title there are 2 names divided by only a comma, is that considered an (and) or (or)
Typically as mentioned, it’s an AND and an OR. There isn’t a lot of info on that, but it probably will be assumed as an AND. Try contacting the FL DMV for confirmation.
Hello there! i brought my car in florida and after few months i moved in colorado, now is all paid off. I received my electronic certificate of title of my car from florida. My concern, is how can i change my registered owner address to my current address? the mailing address is correct , but my registered address was not updated. could you give me idea how may i change this? any link you could give me to do it step by step? and also what next i need to do upon holding the certificate of title? thank you. i do appreciate your response.
you can update the address on your Florida registration at: gorenew.com by ordering a Duplicate (paper portion only, no decal).
Recently purchased a 2009 motorcycle which was titled in Florida. (Purchased with no title) The original owner that the title is under now lives out of state and cannot locate or contact. How do i obtain title.
The previous owner is the only person that can obtain a duplicate title.
can a vehicle be titled in the name of the owners trust ? For example, the revocable living trust of jane Doe?
Yes it can be done. eTags will need the trust papers and the trustee to apply for the title transfer at etags.com/pp/fl
I bought an old car(1972) in Alabama 6 years ago. It was licensed and titled there. I bought in for the purpose of refurbishing it. I have lost the bill of sale and I don’t know how to contact the person I bought it from. How do I go about getting it titled in my name in Florida?
You’ll have to contact the Alabama DMV to explain your situation. They may be able to title it for you since it was first titled in that state.
Many states don’t require vehicle owners to obtain titles for their cars if over 20 years old. Is this true in Duval county?
According to our research, over 20 yrs would be considered a classic car. In FL, you’d need a title but no inspection. However depending on the exact age of the vehicle, in FL it may have a different designation. You’ll find more info on this blog, scroll down for FL info. You can also call our customer support to talk to an agent about your specific situation 1-888-633-5332
https://www.etags.com/blog/title-registration-classic-cars-vs-antiques-vs-vintage/
Our van has a Florida title and current tag through 2020. My husband went to AZ for business and expected to stay several months–long enough to think he would need to get an AZ title and plates. 6 weeks later, he is instead returning to Florida. Can we just put the FL tags back on the van as they are still “good” and is the title still active? Or do we need to go through the whole ordeal again?
If your husband has already transferred the title and registration to AZ, then you would need to do a FL Title Transfer & Registration. You can submit an order online at etags.com/app/fl and Select Moving To Florida as the Service Type.
I have a title for a boat that was going to be sold and the transfer section is filled out but it was never transferred. Is that title still good for the original owner if I want to sell it now?
No, the title is no longer good unless it us going to be sold to the person or company whose name is filled out in the Buyer/Purchaser section. To sell the boat to a different person or company, you will need to order a duplicate Florida title. Visit eTags.com/app/fl and choose the Lost/Replacement Title option to get a duplicate title without needing to go to the DMV.
I’m selling a car privately. I will be the lienholder. When and how does title transfer? How does the buyer get insurance?
You can have the Purchaser (new owner) use our services to transfer the title with etags. You, The Seller, would need to complete Form 82139 as the lienholder and give it to the new owner. Go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
select service type “Transfer Title/Registration” and the new owner would need to upload their driver license, the original title, Form 82139 and a Bill of Sale
A relative liened a vehicle to my mother and he has since died. The e-title shows as liened to her. The estate is not interested in the vehicle or paying off the lien. Can she go to the DMV and fill out the 82040 form with a death certificate and transfer the title into her name?
This is a specific situation…I believe surviving spouse or next of kin will have to sign a lien satisfaction and provide a death certificate. But it be best to call and ask DMV for more info.
Bought a new vehicle 6 months ago and financed through mfg. Paid loan off after 6 months and now mfg said I have to obtain title through FL motor vehicle dept. Is this necessary and what is cost ?
We can print the title for you by placing the order on our website at etags.com/app/fl
The DMV fee should be $10.00 The eTags service fee is $49.95.
Please select Lost or Replacement title as the service
I still own 12K on my vehicle that has a Florida lienholder (bank), I have since moved to Michigan and am trying to trade in my truck for a new vehicle, who has the title?
The FL lienholder (bank) has the title
I live in Florida and bought a truck at an auction in Oklahoma. The truck in in Oklahoma and i want to title it in Florida is this poosible without the truck being here
Yes you can title it in FL, but you would need proof of residency for Fl. You can title it thru etags.com/app/fl and select moving to FL service
I recently bought a car from a family friend. She signed over the paper title and when I went to register the vehicle at the dmv they informed me my license had been suspended. The car was intended for my girlfriend who is moving to Florida in two weeks. Am I able to sign the title over to her when she gets here so she can register it?
Since the title is already signed over from the family friend to you (that is, your name is written in on the title and you signed it confirming you’re taking ownership of the vehicle), you must complete the transfer of title and be issued a new title with your name on it. You can do this with eTags by choosing the Transfer Title/Registration option at etags.com/app/fl
You would only complete the title transfer, not the registration application since you have a suspension on your license. Once you have the Florida title issued in your name, you can sign it over to your girlfriend and she can then complete a title transfer and do the registration at the same time all in her name.
She could also do this with eTags (Transfer Title/Registration option). Until you clear the suspension on your license, you cannot complete and transaction involving issuing or transferring of a license plate /registration including renewal of a vehicle you may already have registered in your name.
I just purchased a car but the milleage is wrong in the title,because when the seller bought It from the previous owner of the car he put 80 000 miles which is more than the actual odometer reading is 74 101. Could you help me with that?
A title correction will have to be processed by the tag agency. You’ll have to provide a odometer disclosure statement form signed by the seller (form 82993)
What is PROOF of model year of vehicle? The model year is incorrect on my Florida title. My vehicle is a 1952 MG TD on the title it states 1955. DMV requiring proof of model year. Not much to go on with older vehicles, may have a good title maybe even a good engine number not many have a VIN.
You have to go to tag agency , and have them look at images from when it was initially registered. Typically, we are able to see Manufacture Statement of Origin submitted and it’ll show legit model year.You can also contact manufacture, provide vin # and see if they can provide a copy of manufacture statement of origin
What do I need to do if I am buying a 1956 Truck and the seller only has a Bill of Sale. How do I get a title. The seller is in another county so I will have him fill out the bill of sale and Ill trailer it home 200 miles. Then what??
If you have the bill of sale notarized, a FL agency should accept it to transfer ownership and register it.
I bought a pickup in Az and it is still there to be picked up. Fl DMV refused to accept the vin number inspection done by Az DMV so I was refused request for Fl title. Is that really legal on part of Fl DMV?
VIN Verification that is done by an out-of-state dealer must be completed on their letterhead. You can visit etags.com/app/fl and select Move To Florida as the service for your title.
I have a SUV I was supposed to change the titles in my name she signed the titles in the wrong spot. I was told she had to sign an affidavit and have it notarized. I can no longer get in contact with this person to do that now I’m stuck with a vehicle I can’t use because of a signature. What can I do to move this along please help?
Unfortunately, the previous owner must sign an affidavit to correct the mistake on the title before the SUV can be titled and registered in your name. you can then do the Transfer Title/Registration at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question
Can I add my spouses name to a title application for a new vehicle even if she is not on the loan?
If you still have a loan, typically that means ownership still belongs to lienholder not you, so for any changes you’d have to go through them.That may be a bank or a financial institution of some sort.
If you co sign fora car loan are you require to be on the title? If so how do you remove your name from the title? Know full well you are stil liable for the debt.
If you’re on the loan, you name has to be on the title. In order to remove yourself from it, you need to refinance the vehicle so it’s only . on that person’s name.
my nephew left a florida tagged car at his grandmother.s house in Alabama and i think he gave her a title. not sure. she is now deceased and the car is there at her house but could not find the title. cannot reach him now as he has moved . he does not answer the phone . cannot do anything with the car without a title. i found registration paper but no title. what can i do to get a title and register the car in Alabama so we can sell it. or gift it to another family member.
If the vehicle is under the deceased’s name, then you can get a new title with with certificate or death and probate documentation.
I presently own a vehicle jointly with a close friend. It was financed by a bank which granted us a joint loan which is not yet fully repaid. My friend’s name appears first on the title, so I do not receive notices etc. and because I pay all renewal fees etc. I would like to receive these notices. How can I get my name to appear first on the title?
You would have to contact the financial institution that gave you the loan in order to place your name first on the title.
My partner developed dementia, although we have been together for 14 years, his family need complete control. I own my car but we decided years ago to put his name on the title for insurance purposes. I am concerned they will try to sell my car by forging my signature to obtain a new title. They are unscrupulous people I am 71 a cancer survivor but this is very worrying. What can I do to protect myself?
If the title is joined by an ‘and’, they won’t be able to sell it without you involved. If it’s an ‘or’ they’ll be able to sell it. We recommend you transfer the title in your name.
i bought a car in february this year. i need to renew the tag. i have lived in Broward County for over 30 years. i received a renewal notice from Palm Beach County. when i look closely, i see the registration has my entire address correct, with the exception that is has NY for the state and not FL. Now i see that when i renewed my drivers license online, it also has the NY on it. i have never even been to NY. How do i fix something that i don’t even know how it happened?
Try going to gorenew.com for a change address for your driver’s license and registration.
Hi I am new to Florida, my vehicle was paid off November 2018 and I’m waiting for the title which is from Indiana – what do I need to do to move it to Florida?
Hello, you would need the original title, FL vehicle insurance and ID to transfer the vehicle and register in FL.You can go to etags.com/app/fl
I own A 2010 Toyota Corolla car and A GMC TRUCK 1999 and want my son to have them,and it wasn’t put in the will.What do I have to do and how much will it cost him yo get titles in his name? With a death cert. thanks 10-08-19
If you only have a death certificate, the cars will go to the spouse. If the spouse isn’t alive, then the title with go to children mentioned in death certificate.
I’m buying a 1977 Chevy and the owner said that I don’t need a title because it’s over 20 years old he lives in Alabama and I live in Florida do I need a title or will a Bill of sale work?
The state of Florida requires you to have a title.
What about older vehicles that may not have a title. I may buy a 1971 vehicle but all he has is a bill of sale
Hey there, you would need to go in person to your local DMV.
I have moved to Florida, and need to register my car in Florida and get Florida plates. I have an out of state lien holder that holds the title. Do I need to do anything special or get something from my lien holder to get my Florida plates?
Please complete the form 82040 which is the application for certificate title with/without registration and get a vin verification in section 8 of that form. Then bring then form into your local DMV with proof of lien or place an order at etags.com/app/fl and we’ll be able to assist you.
We moved from Oregon to Florida and got new license plates here. Now neither of us can find the titles to our cars. Did the tax assessor keep them? We can’t remember.
If you check the VIN# on the Florida state system, https://services.flhsmv.gov/MVCheckWeb/ResultView.aspx
you may see an electronic title. If you need to re-print it, go to etags.com/app/fl
I’m in the middle of purchasing a vehicle that was last registered in Florida. The owner lost the title in the middle of her move to MA and we need one to register it in NH which is where I live. We are trying to find out what is the fee for an expedited duplicate title and the time frame but no where can I get the info and I called but I’ve been given other amts for the title. Can you please help me.
A duplicate title with eTags will cost you $149.95 for our service and handing fees + DMV fee of $85.75
Go to etags.com/app/fl
I purchased a car and the seller made an error on the odometer reading. If I get the affidavit notarized stating the error can I get a same day, or electronic title vs waiting on the mail?
Hello Jason. We could help you register/title your vehicle according to your needs. We offer an online portal that will help you process your FL registration within minutes.
In your case, you’ll need to submit an Affidavit signed by the seller to carry on with the registration process. If you don’t have an affidavit, we could provide you one but it has to be signed by the seller.
Once you submit the signed affidavit, you’ll need to to let us know whether you want an electronic title or paper. Otherwise you’ll get a registration document by default on the mail.
For more questions about car registrations in FL or our services, please feel free to contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I sold my truck two weeks ago. The buyer still has not transferred the title out of my name. my insurance company said I should keep it covered until it is transferred. what should I do now?
Hello Marvin. From the information you have provided you should report the transaction to your local DMV agency. You may be able to fill out a “Release of Liability” form in order to communicate that you are no longer responsible for the vehicle you’ve just sold. Good luck!