Vermont - 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.

Vermont Title Transfer

Front of Title:

*Red = Lienholder*

1. If applicable, the lienholder will release the lien by signing and dating the title.
   1. If there is more than one lienholder, they will also release the lien by signing and dating the title.

Back of Title:

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

1. The buyer enters their name, address, zip code, and the date of the sale.
2. 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 odometer reading is not the actual mileage. 
3. The seller signs and prints their name and enters the date.
   1. If there is a co-seller, they will also sign and print their name and enter the date.
4. The buyer signs their name and enters the date.
   1. If there is a co-buyer, they will also sign their name.
5. If applicable, the new lienholder will complete the required section.
6. The buyer will sign their name.

   

Other Required Documents

• Bill of Sale
• Odometer Disclosure Statement
• Proof of Lien Release
  • If applicable
• Registration, Tax, and Title Application

Smog/Emissions Test

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Front and Back Sample of a Vermont Title: