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Do I need to turn in my damaged car title?
If your car title is damaged or mutilated, then you should replace it as soon as possible. You must turn in your damaged car titlewhen you apply for a duplicate title. You must also fill out an Application for Missouri Title and License and indicate what happened to your title. This form must be notarized. The fee for a duplicate car title is $11. Fees are subject to change.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

How can I transfer a car title if I have a lien on it?
If there is a lien on your car title, you must obtain the vehicle title from the lien holder and submit it along with your application for an MO car title transfer. The new title will be mailed to the lien holder and will remain in his or her possession until the lien is paid off.

If the lien on your car title has been cleared, you need to submit a notarized Lien Release Form.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How do I file a police report if my car title was stolen?
If your car title was stolen, then you may report the incident to law enforcement in your area. Call or visit your local police station to file a police report. You will also have to report your stolen car title to the Missouri Department of Revenue. They may be able to flag your title so that you are protected in case anyone tries to use your car title for fraudulent purposes. Contact the Missouri Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Bureau at 573-526-3669.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

How do I obtain a duplicate car title?
If your Missouri car title is missing or has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed, then you may apply for a duplicate car title. To apply for a duplicate title, submit the following documents to a Missouri Department of Revenue Licensing Office:

Fees are subject to change. You may either apply for duplicate title in person or by mail. The mailing address is:

Motor Vehicle Bureau

301 West High Street – Room 370

Jefferson City, MO 65101

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

How do I obtain a salvaged car title?
After you have received a Salvage Certificate of Title from the purchase of a salvage vehicle, then you must have the vehicle looked at by an authorized law enforcement official after the vehicle has been rebuilt.

To get salvaged car titles in Missouri, vehicle owners must meet the following title requirements:

You can apply for a salvage title in person at a DOR office on by mail.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How do I transfer my car title between states?
New Missouri residents have 30 days to transfer out of state car title documentation to a Missouri title. To transfer car titles between states, you must provide:
  • The out-of-state pink slip from previous state or country
  • Completed and signed Application for Missouri Title and License
  • Proof of Insurance
  • Statement of non-assessment from local county tax office
  • Valid emissions and/or safety inspection, if applicable
  • Odometer reading

You may also be responsible for sales tax on the vehicle. The title fee is $11. You may apply online or in person at a Missouri Department of Revenue Licensing Office.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How do I transfer my car title if I lost the original?
If you lost your car title, then you must apply for a duplicate title before you can transfer car titles. To apply for a duplicate title, submit the following documents to a Missouri Department of Revenue Licensing Office:

You can either apply online or in person for a duplicate car title.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How do I transfer my car title?
Whether purchasing a new or used vehicle, buyers must get the car title in their name to get car registration in Missouri. To transfer titles, you will need to gather the following documents and submit them to a Missouri DOR Licensing Office:
  • A Certificate of Title singed over to you from the previous owner or a Manufacturer s Statement of Origin (MSO) if you have purchased a new car from a dealer
  • Signed Application for Missouri Title and License
  • Proof of an odometer reading if the vehicle was purchased out of state
  • A notarized Lien Release, if applicable

To get car titles, vehicle owners will also have to pay state sales tax at a rate of 4.225 percent of the purchase, plus the $11 title fee. Prices are subject to change.

For more information:Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How do I transfer the title of my RV?
The Missouri DOR does not designate a different process to title an RV than to title a car. The seller must help the buyer provided the following items to transfer RV titles:
  • A Certificate of Title signed over to you from the previous owner, or a Manufacturer s Statement of Origin (MSO) if you have purchased a new car from a dealer
  • Signed Application for Missouri Title and License
  • Proof of an odometer reading if the vehicle was purchased out-of-state
  • A notarized Lien Release, if applicable

You must pay the applicable taxes on the RV, and the title fee to the Missouri Department of Revenue.

For more information:Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

How long does it take to receive my replacement car title after ordering online?
You may not order a Missouri car title replacement online. You must either apply in person or by mail to receive a replacement. It usually takes around seven to 10 business days to receive a car title replacement. On the application form, you will provide your mailing address where you would like the title sent. If you have not received your duplicate title two weeks after having applied, then you may contact the DOR via their online inquiry form.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

If a family member dies and leaves his or her car to me, how do I switch over the title?
In Missouri, a car owner may designate a Transfer on Death (TOD) beneficiary on their title application. So in the event of his or her death, the car title may be transferred to the designee s name. If no beneficiary was named, then the vehicle title still may be transferred to the spouse or unmarried minor child of the deceased. To switch over the title to the surviving family member s name, one must submit the following documentation:

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

What are some reasons that may require me to transfer my car title?
A certificate of title names the owner of a vehicle and the purchaser. Some of the reasons you may need to transfer car title include:
  • To purchase a used car
  • To sell a used car
  • When moving in or out of state
  • Acquiring a vehicle in cases of death or divorce

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

What are the required fees to get a replacement car title?
If you need a Missouri car title replacement, then you will have to apply to get one either in person or by mail. The total fee for a duplicate car title is $11. This fee is comprised of an $8.50 title fee, as well as a $2.50 processing fee. The Missouri DOR accepts cash, checks, money orders, and credit or debit cards there is an additional convenience fee added to any debit and credit card transaction. Fees are subject to change.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

What documents do I need to present for a replacement car title?
To apply for a car title replacement, submit the following documents to a Missouri Department of Revenue Licensing Office:

You may either apply for duplicate titles in person or by mail. Fees are subject to change.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

What documents do I need to transfer my car title?
To transfer car titles,buyer will need the following:
  • A Certificate of Title singed over to you from the previous owner, or a Manufacturer s Statement of Origin (MSO) if you have purchased a new car from a dealer
  • Signed Application for Missouri Title and License
  • Proof of an odometer reading if the vehicle was purchased out-of-state
  • A notarized Lien Release, if applicable

To get a car title, you will also have to pay state sales tax at a rate of 4.225 percent of your purchase, plus the $11 title fee. Prices are subject to change.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

What forms must I fill out for a duplicate car title?
To get a Missouri duplicate car title fill out the following forms:

The application form will ask for you to indicate that you are applying for a duplicate title and for what reason. Both forms will need to be notarized to be accepted by the Missouri DMV.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

What if the original is located after my car title replacement has been issued?
If you locate your original title after you have been issued a car title replacement, then you should contact the Missouri DOR immediately. If you have yet to receive your duplicate title then there is a chance that you may be able to cancel the transaction with the DOR. If you have already received the replacement title after locating the original, then you should relinquish the replacement title back to the DOR.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

What is the process to get a title for a scooter or motorcycle?
In Missouri, you are not required to title your moped. You must, however, be a licensed driver to operate a moped. To apply for a motorcycle title, follow the same process as if you were applying for a car title. The only exception is that motorcycles are not required to undergo emissions testing. To title a vehicle in Missouri, you must pay state taxes on the vehicle and pay the title fee.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

When should I complete a Bill of Sale?
In Missouri, you will have to complete a Bill of Sale document in certain instances to transfer car titles. For example, you need a Bill of Sale to transfer title of a salvage vehicle. The Bill of Sale document asks for the vehicle sale date, sale price and title number, along with the VIN number. Also, the bill of sale must be notarized in some cases.

For more information: Title Transfers or obtaining a New Certificate of Title in Missouri

Where can I mail my request for a replacement title?
To apply for a Missouri car title replacement, submit the required documentation either in person at a Missouri Department of Revenue office or by mail at:

Motor Vehicle Bureau

301 West High Street, Room 370

Jefferson City, MO 65105-0100

The car title replacement fee is $11, and can be paid by check or money order.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri

Will I need to present proof of insurance to get a car title replacement?
To get replacement title, you do not need to present proof of insurance. To apply for car title replacement, fill out an Application for Missouri Title and License and also have it notarized. You will need to provide a Lien Release document as well, if it is applicable. Keep your insurance ID card inside of your vehicle in order to have proof of insurance in case you are asked by a law enforcement official.

For more information: How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Title in Missouri