How to sign your Utah title when selling your vehicle

The registered owner of the vehicle should complete the following easy steps:
  1. First, print (don’t sign) your name on the back of the title where it reads “Print name of seller”.
  2. Sign the back of the title where indicated by “Signature of Seller (and joint seller)”.
Notify the local Utah MVD that the vehicle has been sold by writing a letter that includes the vehicles year, make, model, VIN and your signature. You can mail the letter toDivision of Motor VehiclesSuspended Transaction UnitP.O. Box 30412Salt Lake City, UT 84130Fax: (801) 297-3570If there is more than one owner of the vehicle, both must sign the title. Click to enlarge

How to get a duplicate vehicle title

If your vehicle was last titled in a state other than Utah, you must apply for a duplicate title in the previous state where it was titled.

The registered owner of the vehicle should do the following:

  1. Complete the Application for Duplicate Utah Title
  2. You can choose to do one of the following options:Bring your duplicate title application to your local Utah MVD or, Mail your application and title fee to the UT motor vehicle division at:

Division of Motor Vehicles

Mail and Correspondence

P.O. Box 30412

Salt Lake City, UT 84130

Please note that may be a waiting period of one or two days before a duplicate title can be issued and the cost is $6.00. (Paid to the UT motor vehicle division).

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to return my licence plates?

Yes, unless you are transferring the plates to a new vehicle you should return them. Either mail, or take the plates to your local DMV office.

What should I do about my auto insurance?

When selling any type of vehicle it’s always a good policy to immediately notify your auto insurance company that you have sold the vehicle so they can either cancel your policy if the vehicle was sold, or transfer/renew the policy on your new vehicle.

Is there anything else I need to do?

It’s always a good idea to notify your local DMV that you have sold the vehicle.