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• What are the fees to replace a lost title?

  • Title > Lost Title

  Duplicate Titles and Fees Each state charges a different duplicate title fee for replacing a lost title. The process is easy, usually requiring completing a duplicate title application, providing proper identification, and paying the required fee with cash, check, or credit card. Some states require applying in person only. Others also allow the option of applying by mail.   If you sell your vehicle, you will need a car title. Without it, you'll delay the title transfer process and, possibly, lose a prospective buyer.  Contact your local DMV for the lost title requirements in your state. ..

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• How do I get a replacement title?

  • Title > Duplicate Title

  The process is usually pretty simple: You’ll fill out a form, submit it along with any other required documents and fees, and wait for your replacement title. However, as is the case with most vehicle transactions, the fine print related to obtaining a replacement car title varies from state to state. The grid below outlines whether you can: Obtain the duplicate title application online. If your state doesn’t offer the form online you’ll need to call or visit your motor vehicle agency for a copy. Mail the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees to your motor vehicle agency. Submit the application, additional kinds of paperwork, and fees in person at your motor vehicle agency. A handful of states allow you to apply by phone; check the notes for your state in..

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• How do I make a correction or name change to an existing auto title in NY?

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  Name Change on Auto Title If you've changed your name due to marriage, divorce, or even artistic expression and want your title to reflect this, the process is easy. You'll need to visit any New York DMV office with the following:  A completed Vehicle Registration/Title Application (Form MV-82). You can download this from the NY DMV's Web site. Your NYSDMV photo document or some other proof of identity that shows your previous name and has an identification value of at least six points. A marriage certificate, divorce documents, or other U.S. court papers that prove your name change. Or, if you prefer, bring proof of identity that shows your new name and has an identification value of a least six points. Your title certificate that displays your former name.  There is no amended..

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• What are the vehicle title fees in New York?

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  Titles and Fees Whether you just purchased a new car from a private party or received a title transfer via gift, you will be required to obtain a vehicle title from the NY DMV. Besides submitting proper identification and documents, you'll also need to pay a title fee. Depending on your title situation, you'll need to pay: Initial car title fee: $50 Duplicate title (for any lost, damaged or mutilated title): $20 Remove lien from title: $20 Name change on car title: Free Make the check or money order payable to "Commissioner of Motor Vehicles." Title Timelines After Ordering After applying, the New York DMV will deliver your new title by mail. You cannot pick it up at a DMV office. The wait times are as such: Duplicate Title: 5-7 business days if you order online or in person; 6-8..

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• After paying off an auto loan, how do I get the lien removed and title the vehicle in my name in NY?

  • Title > Title Transfer

  Titles and Auto Loans The New York DMV makes it easy to remove an auto lien from your car title after you pay off your car loan. You first need to obtain from your lienholder proof that your auto loan has been paid in full. This proof must be documented by your lienholder in one of two ways: A letter on the loan company's official letterhead. This letter must identify your vehicle, indicate that your loan has been satisfied, and be signed by an authorized company official. If your lienholder is an individual, the letter must be notarized. A completed Notice of Recorded Lien (form MV-901). It must be signed by an authorized company official. You'll also need to obtain your title certificate. Once you have these two documents (original copies; photocopies will get your application rejected),..

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