Here's the ultimate guide to transferring your vehicle title at the Louisiana DMV. We've simplified the entire process to save you time.
What You’ll Need to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Louisiana
- License plate number.
- Expiration date (as shown on vehicle's registration).
- Vehicle identification number.
- Driver's license number or company EIN (as shown on vehicle's registration).
- Name and address of buyer.
- Date sold, donated, or traded.
- Selling price of vehicle (if applicable).
What You’ll Need to Do to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Louisiana
- The Buyer & Seller Sign the Title & Have It Notarized.
- Seller Provides an Odometer Disclosure Statement & Lien Release
- Complete Vehicle Application
- The Buyer Purchases Insurance for the Car
- To finalize the transfer of the car’s ownership, you must pay a transfer fee to the OMV. In Louisiana, it’s typically $18.50 with possible sales tax and handling fees.
- Visit any DMV office near you. Consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge.
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