Replacement for a lost, stolen, or damaged vehicle title. Required before selling or transferring a vehicle.
Who needs this: Vehicle owners whose original title document has been lost or destroyed.
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Wyoming offers the cheapest vehicle title replacement at $17.50. The national average across 51 states is $25.78.
New York has the highest fee for vehicle title replacement at $40.00. This is roughly 129% higher than the cheapest state.
51 of 51 US states (and DC) currently allow vehicle title replacement to be completed online without visiting a DMV office in person. Eligibility usually depends on whether your existing license is current and whether you need a REAL ID upgrade.
0 of 51 states require an appointment for vehicle title replacement. The remaining states accept walk-ins, though booking an appointment is still recommended at busy urban offices.
Vehicle owners whose original title document has been lost or destroyed.
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⚠️ Fees shown are from 2025 data.
DMVPeek aggregates vehicle title replacement data from state motor vehicle department websites. Fees and requirements are subject to change — always verify with your state DMV before applying. DMVPeek is an independent information resource.