Here's the ultimate guide to transferring your vehicle title at the Texas DMV. We've simplified the entire process to save you time.
What You’ll Need to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Texas
- Completed Application for Texas Title (Form 130-U) (with seller’s signature)
- Vehicle title, signed by seller and including:
- Odometer disclosure statement (for vehicles <10 years old)
- Sale price of vehicle
- Out-of-state vehicle title and registration (if applicable)
- Proof of Texas vehicle insurance
- Certificate of vehicle safety inspection (Vehicle Inspection Report; may be available from seller)
- Certificate of Inspection for emissions testing (if applicable)
- Release of lien and/or power of attorney (if applicable)
- Vehicle Transit Permit (if applicable)
- Payment
- Payment for title transfer fees (fees vary by county)
- Payment for 6.25% sales tax (assessed higher value of purchase price OR standard presumptive value of vehicle) OR proof of paid sales tax (if vehicle was purchased out-of-state)
- Local, county, and other fees
- Vehicle inspection fee (paid directly to DMV, in addition to fee assessed by inspection station)
What You’ll Need to Do to Transfer your Vehicle Title in Texas
- Visit any County Tax office near you (preferably with the seller). Consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge.
- Provide required documents and identification.
- Submit the applicable payment.
- Receive a temporary vehicle title.
- Receive a permanent title for your vehicle via U.S. mail.
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