Virginia - 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.

Virginia Title Transfer

Front of Title:

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

1. If applicable, the lienholder will release the lien by entering the required information.
2. The seller enters the buyer's name, address, city, state, and zip code.
   1. If there is a co-buyer, the seller will also enter their name.
3. The seller enters the exact odometer reading, the date, and the sale price, then signs and prints their name.
   1. If there is a co-seller, they will also sign and print their name.
4. The buyer signs and prints their name.
   1. If there is a co-buyer, they will also sign and print their name.

Back of Title:

*Red = Seller, Teal = Buyer*

1. If applicable, the buyer enters the name, address, city, state, and zip code of the lienholder to appear on the new title and the lien date.
2. The seller checks which type of registration they are applying for and marks which insurance certification applies to them.
3. The buyer signs their name and enters the date, social security number, address, city, state, and zip code.
   1. If there is a co-buyer, they will also sign their name, social security number, address, city, state, zip code, and date.
4. If applicable, the buyer marks yes or no to the question at the bottom of the title.

   

Other Required Documents

• Valid safety inspection sticker
• Transfer of Certificate of Title with Lien
  • If applicable

Smog/Emissions Test

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

Front and Back Sample of a Virginia Title: