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Car Titles | Lien Release | North Carolina

Our customers come to us for all of their vehicle title recovery needs, from straightforward new car title requests to complicated lien release issues with lenders. Your car title is your proof of ownership, and it therefore plays a crucial role in any future sales and transfers. The process to obtain a car title can be complex, with necessary paperwork and fees at every step. You can go through the steps on your own, and we have provided guidance below to help you do that. But if you decide you would rather not spend the time and energy figuring this out, we are happy to help. Click the link below to get started with one of our expert team members.

North Carolina Car Title Requirements

In North Carolina, you will need to complete the necessary paperwork as part of your car title request, including:

  • Title Application (Form MVR-1) for:
  • New car title
  • Out-of-state vehicle title transfer
  • Deceased owner car title transfer
  • Duplicate car title request
  • Lost car titles
  • Damaged car titles
  • Valid North Carolina photo ID
  • Signed and notarized title
  • Bill of sale
  • Proof of insurance
  • Odometer disclosure (MVR-180)
  • Damage disclosure statement if vehicle is under 10 years old

There are also several fees that you will need to pay as part of the title recovery process:

  • Title fee ($66.75)
  • Highway use tax (3% of the vehicle’s value)
  • License plate fee (varies by county)
  • Property tax (varies by county)

Fees are paid at your local NC License Plate Agency (LPA) and they are due when you complete your title registration.

North Carolina Lien Release

The lien release is a legal document that proves a lender or lienholder has removed their claim on your vehicle. If you recently paid off a car loan, you will need a lien release from your lender. In North Carolina, lenders usually notify the NCDOT electronically; alternately, they may send a paper release. Either way, you will receive a paper title by mail once the DOT has processed the information. If your lender does not start the process, you may need to contact them directly. In the event that your lender is no longer in business, or is unresponsive, you may need to contact the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or request a court-ordered title.

We Help with Car Titles

When it comes to car title recovery, CarTitles.com is your go-to expert in navigating what can be a complicated process. Our team is well-versed in North Carolina’s requirements. Whether you started the process and hit a roadblock, or you are at the beginning of your request, we can help. From replacement car titles to vehicle title recovery for lost car titles—and everything in between—our expert team is standing by. Click the link below to get started today.