Washington has several common types of car title recovery requests, such as registering a new car title, requesting a replacement car title, or registering the lien release document to obtain a new, clear title. CarTitles.com provides solutions to all of these types of requests and more. If you want to do this yourself, you can follow the steps below. But if you want to save the time and hassle of figuring out which forms you need, waiting at the Department of Licensing (DOL) office, and deciphering which fees apply, we can help. Click the link below to get started today.
When getting a vehicle title in Washington, there are several pieces of information and forms that are required by the DOL, including:
Washington imposes a 15-calendar-day timeframe to file titles. Transfers outside this window will be subject to penalties.
Additionally, there are several fees that are part of the vehicle title recovery request:
Upon paying off a vehicle loan, you need to make sure this is reported to the DOL. This is important because you need to get a new title reflecting that the prior lien on it has been removed. Most lenders automatically submit the details to the DOL through the electronic system (ELT). The DOL will mail you the new, clear title directly. If your lender is not using the ELT, then they will sign the back of your original title and mail that to you, or they will send a separate lien release document on their official letterhead. You can take either document to the DOL to request a clear title. Now you are officially the sole owner of your vehicle.
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You will need to register your vehicle within 30 days of moving to Washington. To do so, visit your local vehicle licensing office. You will need your current title, odometer reading, and a Washington driver’s license. You will also need to pay the associated fees, which vary based on your vehicle’s weight.
To request a replacement car title, complete an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest (Form TD-420-040), have it notarized, and submit it to the DOL in person or by mail. You will also need to pay the $35.50 fee. If you visit a Quick Title office, you can get your replacement same-day. Otherwise, the turnaround time is 4-6 weeks.
Complete an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest (Form TD-420-040) and have it notarized. You can visit the DOL in person, mail it in, or visit a Quick Title office for same-day service. There is a $35.50 fee for this request.
You can complete this title transfer at the DOL with the vehicle’s original title, the death certificate, and either an Affidavit of Inheritance or Letters Testamentary, depending on whether the estate is in probate. You also need to fill out a Vehicle Title Application (Form 420-001). If you need assistance, contact our team.
You will need an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest (Form TD-420-040), which must be notarized. You will need to submit it to the DOL along with the $31-39 fee plus any applicable service fees. Your request can be completed in person or by mail.
Yes, our team at CarTitles.com is ready to assist with your car title needs. We can help with anything from new title registrations to lien releases and deceased owner title transfers. Contact us today to get started.
Most lenders automatically submit the details to the DOL through the electronic system (ELT) once you have fully paid your car loan. The DOL will mail you the new, clear title directly. If your lender is not using the ELT, then they will mail you the original title with their signature on the back. They may mail a separate lien release document on their official letterhead instead. You can take either document to the DOL to request a clear title, following the process for requesting a new title.
