Are you ready to sell your car in Arizona? You’ll need to make sure you have the vehicle’s title. Even if you have the title, but it’s illegible or damaged, you’ll need to get a new copy.
Here’s our quick guide to securing your title in Arizona:
1. Make sure you are the legal owner of your car. That means your name is on the title. A duplicate title can only be processed in the current owner’s name.
2. Fill out the Title and Registration Application for the state of Arizona. If you have more than one name on the title, only one signature is required to complete the form.
3. Pop the completed form into the mail addressed to:
MD 555M
Motor Vehicle Division
P.O. Box 2100
Phoenix, AZ 85001.
4. There is a $4 fee (as of Jan. 27, 2017), and if you still have your old title, you’ll need to give it to the DMV before receiving your new one.
Remember: You must own your vehicle in order to be the owner on the title. If you have a current lien, it will need to be paid off before you can sell your car to CashForCars.com, which means you will have to acquire a title from the current lien holder in order to sell your car for cash.
This information is subject to change and is for informational purposes only. Be sure to check with your local DMV to make sure that all processes are the same, or you can visit the Arizona DMV FAQ page.
| Step / Category | Details |
| 1. Application Form | Fill out the Title & Registration Application (Form 96-0236). |
| 2. Proof of Ownership | Provide a signed title from the seller (for in-state purchases) or an out-of-state title/registration for vehicles purchased elsewhere. |
| 3. Lien Information | Include a lien release or the name of the lienholder on the title if applicable. |
| 4. Fees | $4 title fee (other fees for registration, license tax, etc. may apply). |
| 5. Submission | Submit the application, documents, and fees to an AZ MVD office or an authorized third-party provider. |
| 6. Electronic Title Option | Arizona offers electronic titles (e-Title) instead of paper by default. Paper can be requested. |
| 7. Deadline | Apply for title within 15 days of purchase (new or used vehicle). |
| 8. Paper Title Replacement | Request a replacement title for a small fee if needed (e.g., moving out of state). |
| 9. VIN Verification | Ensure the VIN on the title matches the vehicle. |
| 10. Out-of-State Vehicle Requirements | May need emissions test (e.g., Phoenix or Tucson area) before titling and registration. |
| 11. Adding/Removing Owners | Requires signatures of all owners; treated as a title transfer. |
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