A New Jersey
replacement title can be requested in person at a Vehicle Center for a $60 fee. If you don’t have proof of ownership, you must order the replacement title by mail. A title is the most important document for any car owner, as it legally certifies ownership
of the vehicle. But life happens—whether it’s a fire, a flood, an absent-minded moment, or a hungry pet, all kinds of accidents can cause you to lose your car’s title. If the title disappears or becomes damaged, you’ll need to order a replacement.
What you’ll need to get a replacement title in New Jersey
To request a duplicate title in New Jersey, you’ll need the following documents and information:
The original title (if damaged)
Check or money order (if you’re applying by mail)
Credit card or cash (if you’re applying in person)
Signed lien release statement (if the vehicle is leased or financed)
In this case, the duplicate title will be issued by mail to the lienholder.
If you don’t have proof of ownership, you will also need the following:
A $15 check or money order made out to “NJMVC”
Valid photo identification
Two color photographs of the vehicle from the front and the back
How to apply for a replacement title in New Jersey
The easiest way to apply for a replacement or duplicate title in New Jersey is in person. Use the Motor Vehicle Commission’s online portal
to schedule an appointment at your nearest Vehicle Center. Bring your completed title application, proof of insurance or registration, and a $60 fee (payable by credit card, check, money order, or cash). How to apply for a replacement title in New Jersey without proof of ownership
If you don’t have proof of ownership, you must request your replacement title by mail.
The first step is to complete either the Title/Lien Search Request
or the Vehicle Registration Application Request
and mail it along with a $15 fee to: New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
Certified Information Unit
Once you’ve received the results of the search/application, you can complete the remaining documentation and mail it, along with a check or money order for $60, to:
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
Special Titles Section/Duplicate Titles
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How long does it take to get a replacement title in New Jersey?
If you request your New Jersey replacement title in person, you may receive the document the same day unless it has to be sent to a lienholder. If the replacement title must be processed by mail, the process will take 8 to 12 weeks.
When do you need a replacement title?
Your car’s title certifies ownership of the vehicle, and it’s an essential document if you need to sell the car or prove ownership. You’ll need to order a replacement if your original title is:
Never received from the MVC
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