{"id":29770,"date":"2026-06-29T10:00:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T10:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=29770"},"modified":"2026-06-29T10:25:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T10:25:19","slug":"how-to-remove-a-name-from-a-vehicle-title-in-ohio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-a-name-from-a-vehicle-title-in-ohio\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Remove a Name from a Vehicle Title in Ohio"},"content":{"rendered":"

Title transfers and transactions can appear to be complicated or difficult, especially if the task you want done doesn\u2019t seem like a simple transfer of ownership. Luckily, here at eTags, we\u2019re in the business of making things easy for you. If you\u2019re a vehicle owner in Ohio<\/a> and you\u2019d like to remove a co-owner from your title \u2013 whether it\u2019s due to divorce or any type of separation \u2013 this article will show you exactly how.<\/p>\n

Before we dive into this guide, it\u2019s important to note that the title from which you\u2019d like to remove a name must be in good condition. A title is an official legal document that proves ownership, therefore it is not valid if it has any tears, stains or corrections. If your title has been damaged or lost, you will first have to order an Ohio title replacement<\/a> before you can proceed with the name removal.<\/p>\n

How To Remove a Name from a Vehicle Title in Ohio<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A name\/owner removal from a vehicle title acts almost identically to a conventional title transfer. It will include all the same factors:<\/p>\n

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  1. Buyer<\/li>\n
  2. Seller<\/li>\n
  3. Notary Public<\/li>\n
  4. Form BMV 3774<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Follow these simple steps to remove a name from an Ohio vehicle title:<\/p>\n

    \"Transfer<\/p>\n

    Step One.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Gather your documents. You will need:<\/p>\n

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    1. The vehicle certificate of title<\/li>\n
    2. Form BMV 3774<\/li>\n
    3. State ID.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Step Two.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      A.<\/strong> Sign over the title. This means that the person whose name is remaining<\/strong> on the title will act as the Seller and fill in and sign all the appropriate boxes designated for the seller. The person whose name is being removed <\/strong>from the title will act as the Buyer, filling in and signing as the buyer.<\/p>\n

      If this removal is occurring between family members and there will be no money exchanged, it can be considered a gift. Write $0 or the word Gift in the space provided for the purchase price.<\/p>\n

      B.<\/strong> Fill in Form BMV 3774.<\/p>\n

      Important<\/span>: <\/strong>All signatures on the title and Form 3774 must be made in the presence of a notary public!<\/h3>\n

      \"Remove<\/p>\n

      Step Three. <\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Drive over to an Ohio County Clerk of Courts office in person to complete the transfer. Most branches do not require an appointment, but it\u2019s a good idea to call ahead and confirm this.<\/p>\n

      Alternatively, you can facilitate this transfer online with eTags.<\/p>\n

      Visit our dedicated Ohio Title Transfer Page.<\/a>\u00a0 Click on the Get Started Here button and follow along through a series of simple prompts to enter the necessary information. Please have the following details ready:<\/p>\n