If you’ve lost or damaged your car’s title, you can obtain a duplicate from the North Dakota DMV for $5 in person or by mail. You’ll need to indicate whether the title was lost, stolen, or mutilated in your application.

Your title is an important legal document that signifies you as the car’s owner—and if you ever need to sell your car or otherwise transfer ownership, you’ll need to transfer the title, too. If you happen to lose your title, you should apply for a replacement right away.

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What you’ll need to get a replacement title in North Dakota

Before you complete your application, you’ll need to gather some information and documentation. North Dakota requires:

SFN 2872 Application for Certificate of Title and Registration

Your registration certificate

Your driver’s license number

The car’s VIN (vehicle identification number)

Lien release form (if you have a lienholder)

Odometer reading (if vehicle is less than 10 years old)

Contact your ND DMV branch if you’re trying to get a new title because you’ve legally changed your name or recently set up a power of attorney. You may be asked to provide additional documentation.

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How to apply for a replacement title in North Dakota

You can apply for a new title from the North Dakota DMV in person or by mail. Here’s what you’ll need to do:

If going in person, find your nearest DMV branch

Fill out the Application for Certificate of Title and Registration

Check “Duplicate Title” and circle your reason for needing a duplicate “(lost, stolen, mutilated)” near the top of the form

Enter all your personal information

Enter as much of the requested vehicle information as you can

If mailing, enclose a check or money order for $5. Otherwise, pay at the DMV

If mailing, send to: Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division, 608 E. Boulevard Ave., Bismarck, ND 58505

If you’ve moved to North Dakota from another state and lost your original title, you will need to contact the state that issued your original title to try to get a replacement.

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How long does it take to get a replacement title in North Dakota?

Whether you apply in person or by mail, the title will be mailed to you within one or two weeks. Note that if you have a lienholder, they are considered the primary owner and the title will be mailed to their address.

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When do you need a replacement title?

Since you’ll need to present or sign your title in a variety of significant situations—including when selling a car or moving to another state—it’s important that you always have yours accessible.

You should apply for a duplicate title in North Dakota if your original is:

Lost

Stolen

Illegible

Mutilated or damaged

Altered

Never received from the DMV

If you come across your original title after you’ve applied for a duplicate, you’ll need to relinquish the original title to the ND DMV. You can only possess one title for your vehicle at a time.

Remember to store your title somewhere that you remember and is secure, like a cabinet or safe.

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