Car titles are necessary for a variety of vehicle transactions; ultimately they are proof that you own the vehicle in question. You will need your car title if you are getting ready to sell, donate, or transfer ownership to another party. If you recently paid off a car loan, you will need an updated vehicle title that confirms you now own that car outright, with no other claims on it. If you need to obtain or replace your car title, you can handle this by going through the proper channels. We have outlined what you need to know below. However, you don’t have to take this on alone. Let our team at CarTitles.com handle this for you, saving you time and energy. Click the link below to get started today.
You may also be required to pay the following fees:
To signify that your car loan has been paid in full, your lender will automatically notify PennDOT electronically using the ELT (Electronic Lien and Title) system. PennDOT will then process the information and mail you a clear title without the prior lienholder’s information listed. This process can take up to 30 days to complete. In rare circumstances, if your lender does not use the ELT, you will need to request a signed lien release letter or have them sign the release section on the original title.
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Upon establishing residency, you need to register your vehicle within 20 days. To do so, visit your local PennDOT location with your out-of-state title, VIN report, valid photo ID, and valid PA car insurance. You will also need to fill out the Application for Certificate of Title (Form MV-1), which can only be obtained in person. The fees for this process include $72 for the title, $5 for a local use fee, and applicable sales tax of 6-8% of the purchase price.
Complete Form MV-380 and send it to PennDOT along with the required $72 fee. You can also do this in person at your local PennDOT authorized agent. The application form must be notarized. If you complete this in person, you will need your valid photo ID as well.
To replace your car title, you will need to fill out Form MV-380 and either mail it to PennDOT or take it to a local PennDOT agent. Pennsylvania’s fee for replacement car titles is $72.
You will need to gather several documents, including the Form MV-39 (Notification of Transfer – Death of Owner), as well as the death certificate and the vehicle’s original title. If the title lists a surviving spouse, or if the estate is small, you may be able to avoid probate and instead use Form TR-29 (Certification from the Heir to a Vehicle). Visit your local PennDOT agent, notary, or AAA location to complete your transfer. If you need help with this process, reach out to our team. We are experts at deceased owner car title transfers.
Fill out the Form MV-380 and send it to PennDOT by mail, or visit in person. You will need to pay the $72 fee as well. Completing this process in person will be the faster option. Bring the damaged version of the title if possible. Your replacement will arrive by mail in 7-10 days.
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Your lender will automatically notify PennDOT electronically using the ELT (Electronic Lien and Title) system once your loan has been paid in full. PennDOT will mail you a clear title without the prior lienholder’s information listed. This process can take up to 30 days to complete. If your lender does not use the ELT, you will need to request a signed lien release letter or have them sign the release section on the original title. Then take that and a completed Form MV-380 to apply for a clear title. If you have any trouble with this process, contact our team for assistance.
