When vehicle is currently titled in Washington State

You must transfer the title within 15 days of purchase. A penalty fee of up to $100.00 will be charged for vehicles titled 16 or more days after purchase.

New Vehicle

The dealer will submit the paperwork required to title the vehicle.

Used Vehicle

Purchased from a Private Party

The following documentation is required:

• Washington State title, or if missing, an Affidavit in Lieu of Title with proper signatures
• Federal Odometer Statement if the vehicle is 9 years old or newer. The vehicle title has a section at the bottom that serves as this form.
• Each new owner must appear in person with Identification and be 18 years or older, or a title application must be presented with the notarized signatures of each new owner
• Documentation of purchase price such as a Bill of Sale
• Name and address of lien holder (if applicable)

You may also be asked to provide proof of the value of your vehicle if the purchase price appears to be well below what the fair market value of that vehicle. See section 'How Much'.