{"id":24389,"date":"2024-09-19T10:00:56","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T10:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=24389"},"modified":"2024-09-19T10:05:29","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T10:05:29","slug":"oh-oh-ohio-your-guide-to-transferring-an-out-of-state-vehicle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/oh-oh-ohio-your-guide-to-transferring-an-out-of-state-vehicle\/","title":{"rendered":"Oh, Oh, Ohio: Your Guide to Transferring an Out-Of-State Vehicle"},"content":{"rendered":"

The other day here at eTags, we were marveling over how many songs there have been written about the great state of Ohio. We counted over fifty different tunes penned for the Buckeye State.\u00a0 Some happy, some sad, some nostalgic, some hopeful, but all pointing back to the heart-shaped place nestled on the southern shores of Lake Erie.<\/p>\n

Seeing as how we are fortunate enough to be a part of the automotive world up in the Midwest, we considered the fact that there could be quite a few of you moving to \u201cThe Heart of it All.\u201d\u00a0 And these days, a move to another territory often means that a vehicle is moving along with you. Which, of course, begs the question:<\/p>\n

If I\u2019m moving to Ohio, how do I transfer my out-of-state vehicle to Ohio?<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Well, since everyone loves a good set of FAQ\u2019s let\u2019s pull one together that\u2019s tailored specifically for moving a vehicle to Ohio. Ready? Let\u2019s go!<\/p>\n

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Do I actually need an Ohio title, or can I keep my out-of-state document?<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Ohio, in order to register your vehicle (and obtain Ohio registration and license plates) you are required to have an Ohio-issued title for your car, truck, or SUV. Meaning, you will need to swap your old title for an official Ohio certificate of title document.<\/p>\n

What do I need in order to convert my out-of-state title to an Ohio one?<\/strong><\/p>\n

You will need several things. Here is the comprehensive list:<\/p>\n