Have you completed your vehicle registration in California? For establishing your vehicle ownership, you must carry a legitimate, up-to-date, correct California Certificate of Title. Let us know about the procedures for how you may transfer and change a title.
Online Transfer
Now it is very easy for you to transfer a title online. Be informed about the steps and begin.
Process of a Title Transfer
At any point in time, if there’s a modification to a vehicle or change of vessel’s registered owner or leaseholder or hypothecating bank, that transformation must be updated in DMV’s records within 10 days and the California Certificate of Title must be transferred to the new owner.
A change in ownership can only take place under the following circumstances-
Sale, donation, or gift
Including or erasing the name of an owner
Bequest
Satisfaction of lien, like full payment of car loan
For the transfer of a title, you will always require the following-
The California Certificate of Title, else an Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title (which is REG 227) (under any circumstances if the title is missing).
The signature(s) of seller(s) and lienholder (if applicable).
The signature(s) of purchaser(s).
The transfer fees.
Based on the kind of transfer (there are additional kinds too), you may have to fill up and provide extra forms. This is even applicable for out-of-state vehicle registration in California.
Deposit your title transfer paperwork and fees (if applicable) to a DMV office or you may post a mail to the following address-
DMV
PO Box 942869
Sacramento, CA 94269
Rush Title Processing
If you want that your title processing is expedited, you can request a rush title processing for an extra fee.
Transfer Fees
Based on the kind of transfer, you might have to pay the following fees-
Transfer
Duplicate title
Registration
Use tax, based on the purchaser’s county of residence
Penalties
Fees for vehicle registration renewal in California and parking/toll violation fees don’t have to be paid for issuing any duplicate California Certificate of Title.
Title Transfer Forms
The following forms may be needed while transferring ownership of a vehicle or vessel-
1. Application for Duplicate or Title Transfer (which is REG 227)
2. Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment (REG 262) form (call the DMV’s automated voice system at 1-800-777-0133 to avail of a form mailed to you)
3. Statement of Facts (REG 256)
4. Lien Satisfied/Title Holder Release (REG 166)
5. Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability
6. Smog Certification
7. Vehicle Emission System Statement (Smog) (REG 139)
8. Declaration of Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/Combined Gross Vehicle Weight (CGW) (REG 4008)
9. Affidavit for Transfer without Probate (REG 5)
10. Bill of Sale (REG 135)
11. Verification of Vehicle (REG 31)
Process of Updating or Changing Title
As a California Certificate of Title is a legitimate document, it is essential to maintain it accurate and up-to-date. Know about the procedures you can update or change a title.
Order a Duplicate California Certificate of Title
You should order a duplicate California Certificate of Title if the original is misplaced, burgled, damaged, unreadable, or not received.
For ordering a duplicate title, you need to submit the following documents-
Application for Duplicate or Transfer of Title (REG 227).
The actual title (if you physically possess it).
California photo driver license (while submitting form physically).
Duplicate title fee.
When another duplicate title had been issued within the last 90 days, a Verification of Vehicle (REG 31) is conducted by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). This requirement is applicable only if the registered owner’s name or address doesn’t match with DMV records.
You may deposit your application either physically at a DMV office or by mail at the following address-
Department of Motor Vehicles
Registration Operations
PO Box 942869
Sacramento, California 94269-0001
When you submitting your form to a DMV office, it is suggested that you fix an appointment so that you can avoid any lines.
You’ll receive your title by mail within 15 to 30 calendar days from the date you deposit the duplicate title application.
Change or Rectifying a Name on a Title
Your original full name must be on your vehicle or vessel California Certificate of Title and registration card. Unfortunately, if your name is misspelled, modifications (e.g., due to a marriage or divorce), or is legitimately altered, you have to rectify your name on your title.
To modify or rectify your name, submit the following documents-
California Certificate of Title with the accurate name printed or typed in the “New Registered Owner” section
A completed Name Statement in Section F of the Statement of Facts (which is REG 256).
You may deposit your application to any DMV office or by mail to the following address-
Department of Motor Vehicles
Vehicle Registration Operations
PO Box 942869
Sacramento, CA 94269-0001
Inference
It doesn’t necessitate a gigantic effort to complete the formalities.
