How to sign your Rhode Island title when selling your vehicle

The registered owner of the vehicle must complete the following easy steps:
  1. Always sign the back of the title where indicated by “Signature(s) of Seller(s)” (see image).
  2. Second, print (don’t sign) your name on the back of the title where it reads “Hand Print Name(s) of Seller(s)”.
If there is more than one owner of the vehicle, both must sign the title.Click to enlarge

How to get a duplicate title for my vehicle

If the vehicle was last titled in a state other than Rhode Island, you must apply for a duplicate title in the previous state in which the vehicle was last titled. Find your state at the bottom of our homepage for instructions.
The registered owner of the vehicle must complete the following steps:

  1. Fill out the Rhode Island Application for Title.
  2. Bring your application to the Rhode Island DMV headquarters in Cranston (Duplicate titles are only handled at the headquarters).

Please note that there may be a waiting period before a duplicate title can be issued and the cost is $51.50. (Paid to the RI division of motor vehicles).