Pennsylvania - How To Transfer A Title

Before beginning, please note the following:

• Only use black or blue ink. Any other color will void the title.
• Do not erase anything or use white-out.
• Write neatly.
• Do not use nicknames.
• Mistakes can void the document.

Pennsylvania Title Transfer

Front of Title: Lienholder(s) and Notary Public

*Red = Notary, Teal = Lienholder*

1. If applicable, on the front of the title, the secured party (lienholder) will release the lien by entering the required information.
   1. If there is more than one lienholder, they will also enter the required information.
2. If applicable, the new secured party (lienholder) will enter the required information.
   1. If there is more than one lienholder, they will also enter the required information.
3. A notary public will enter the required information.

   

Back of Title: Buyer and Seller

*Teal = Buyer, Red = Seller, Navy = Lienholder*

1. The seller enters the exact odometer reading.
   1. Don't include tenths of a mile.
   2. Only check boxes 1 or 2 if the odometer reading is in excess of its mechanical limits or if the mileage listed is not the actual mileage.
2. The buyer prints their last, first, and middle names, enters their street address, city, state, and purchase price, and signs and prints their name. 
   1. If there is a co-buyer, they will also print and sign their name.
3. The seller then signs and prints their name.
   1. If there is a co-seller, they will also sign and print their name.
4. If applicable, the lienholder to appear on the new title will enter the required information.

   

Other Required Documents

• Visit PennDOT to learn what documents need to be brought to the PennDOT.

Smog/Emissions Test

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Front and Back Sample of a Pennsylvania Title: