Title Transfers

Our Tag Offices will assist you in making sure the legal document is properly and accurately filled out. Do not make any marks on the face of the title. On the reverse, the seller(s) should sign the name(s) shown on the face. The buyer should sign in the same way the new title is to be issued. Beware that the mileage figure cannot be altered. Do not include tenths, only whole miles. Everything else can be handled at the Tag Office by the buyer. 

What to bring to apply for a title in your name: 

• Title, if required (see above), in the seller's name assigned to you on the reverse. (1986 model or newer)
• Bill of sale, if a title is not required. (1985 model or older)
• Georgia Driver's License or ID
• Complete name and street address of the lienholder if the title is held by the lienholder.
• Lien release from seller's lienholder (may be signed off on the title or a letter from lienholder will suffice with vehicle identification stated in the letter).
• If the vehicle will be jointly owned, both parties must sign the title application--or-- provide a notarized Power of Attorney. If you purchase from an automobile dealer, the dealer will apply for a Georgia title in your name. He will give you a receipt showing that the $18 title fee has been paid. Registration (tagging) is the next step. Either you or your dealer must come in to register your new car. Don't assume the paperwork is done just because the dealer puts your old tag on the new car. Ask about the title and the registration. If taxes are not due the dealer may transfer your tag for which there is a fee of $5. Ask to be sure.