How to Transfer a Car Title in Ohio
A certificate of title is a legal document that establishes ownership of a car. If you are selling or buying a used car in Ohio, transferring the title is one of the most crucial steps in the entire process.
Private car sales need a safe, legal title transfer process. This Ohio title transfer guide gives you the steps you need to know to sign over a car title in OH.
There are a lot of reasons you'll need to know how to transfer a car title in Ohio. Some of them include:
If the title is lost or damaged, you'll need to request a duplicate title.
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Buy or sell a used car
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Add or remove owners
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Give a vehicle as a gift
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Donate a car
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Transfer ownership in a divorce settlement
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Inherit an automobile
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Move to Ohio from another state
If the title is lost or damaged, you'll need to request a duplicate title.
Step 1. Check for a Clear Title
If there’s a lien on the title, you’ll need to get a lien discharge before the transfer.
Step 2. Complete the Assignment of Ownership Section of the Title
You'll need to fill out:
The seller will need to complete the odometer disclosure in front of a deputy clerk or notary public.
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Date of the transfer
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Price of the vehicle
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Name and address of the buyer
The seller will need to complete the odometer disclosure in front of a deputy clerk or notary public.
Step 3. Complete Additional Documents
Other documents you may need include:
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Proof of ID
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Proof of vehicle identification number (VIN) inspection
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Surviving Spouse Affidavit and death certificate, if applicable
Step 4. Apply for a New Certificate of Title
Step 5. Pay Fees and Sales Tax
The title fee is $15. There’s a $5 late fee if you apply more than 30 days after buying the car.
Sales tax varies by county.
Sales tax varies by county.
Conclusion
To transfer a certificate of title in Ohio, you need to Complete both the title assignment on the back of the certificate and apply for a new title.
You may need other forms, depending on your circumstances.
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You may need other forms, depending on your circumstances.
When you buy or sell a used car with PrivateAuto, you get electronic state-specific documents you can sign straight from the platform.
Ready to sell your car? List it today!
Looking for your next car? Browse our listings.