{"id":25159,"date":"2025-02-25T15:00:03","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=25159"},"modified":"2025-02-25T15:00:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:00:03","slug":"titling-a-vehicle-in-maryland-5-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/titling-a-vehicle-in-maryland-5-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Titling a Vehicle in Maryland: 5 FAQ’s"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hey there, friends! As you may already be aware, here at eTags, we specialize in automotive titles and tags. Meaning, if you\u2019ve just bought a vehicle, are gifting or selling a vehicle, need to transfer a title, replace a title, add or remove a name from a title, renew your registration or sticker, or obtain new registration, we can help.\u00a0 We can lend a hand with other things too, but these are just an example of where our expertise lies.<\/p>\n

And because these tasks are our main focus (and what we love to do) we like to occasionally present our friends with some basic, but indispensable knowledge that can really come in handy.\u00a0 Today, we are honing in some essentials when it comes to titling a vehicle in the state of Maryland. Below you will find a super helpful list of our most frequently asked questions, and their answers, of course. Ready? Let\u2019s go!\"Welcome<\/p>\n

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  1. I just moved to Maryland \u2013 do I have to switch the out-of-state title for a local title?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Yes.\u00a0 When moving to Maryland, the state gives you a grace period of sixty (60) days in which to switch over from your car\u2019s previous title to a local one. It\u2019s good to get the change done within this time period, as beyond sixty days, you will no longer be eligible for a tax credit (fees you already paid in your last state which render you exempt from paying them again in MD) and may even incur a citation for the delay.<\/p>\n

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    1. Do I need to have my seller\u2019s title in order to get my own title?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      You sure do.\u00a0 In fact, without an assigned title, the vehicle does not yet belong to you. Proof of ownership is mandatory \u2013 both the seller\u2019s and yours, once the document has been signed over to you. If the seller is not in possession of a title, they must order a duplicate from the BMV. You can find the application form here.<\/a><\/p>\n