Texas - 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.

Texas Title Transfer:

*Red = Lienholder*

Front of Title:

1. If applicable, the lienholder will release the lien by filling out the required areas.
   1. If there is more than one lienholder, they will also release the lien by filling out the required areas.

Back of Title:

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

1. The buyer enters their name, street address, city, state, and zip code.
2. The seller enters the exact odometer reading and signs and prints their name.
   1. Don't include tenths of a mile.
   2. Only check boxes 1 or 2 if the mileage is in excess of the odometer's mechanical limits or the mileage listed is not the actual mileage.
3. The buyer signs and prints their name.
4. If applicable, the lienholder to be found on the new title will fill out the required information.

   

Other Required Documents

• Application for Texas Title and/or Registration
• Proof of paid sales tax
  • Only if you've purchased the vehicle outside of Texas
• Proof of valid Texas insurance policy
• Proof of inspection
  • Only if there are none on record for the vehicle

Smog/Emissions Test

• Click here to learn more about emissions test requirements in the state of Texas.

Front and Back Sample of a Texas Title: