Here's the ultimate guide to transferring your vehicle title at the Kansas DMV. We've simplified the entire process to save you time.

What You’ll Need to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Kansas

• Properly signed title or manufacturer's certificate of origin (MCO/MSO).
• Proof of car insurance.
• Sales tax receipt. if purchased from a KS dealer. (If purchased from an out-of-state dealer, you'll need a copy of the sales invoice. The county treasurer's office will collect sales tax).
• A Motor Vehicle Examination (Form MVE-1)
• A completed Title and Registration Manual Application (Form TR-212a).
• Payment for any title transfer fees and vehicle registration fees.

NOTE: If there is a lienholder recorded on the title a lien release will be required. The lien can be released on the title, a notarized lien release, Form TR-150, or a letter from the lienholder releasing the lien.

What You’ll Need to Do to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Kansas

• Submit the Title and Registration Manual Application (Form TR-212a).
• If the seller did not provide a title or enough information on the assignment of title, you may need to seek the help of an attorney to obtain a court order to complete the car title transfer.
• Visit any DMV office near you, submit your application and pay the fees. Consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge.

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