Universal Title Application
Step 1 – Title Transaction Type
Initial Title: Applications must include this form and a completed out-of-state title. In-state title transfers only require the submission of the
previous NJ title. Photo Identification is required when completing this transaction and must be processed in person only at an MVC agency.
Duplicate Title: Duplicate titles are issued if the current New Jersey title has been lost or stolen.
Replacement/Corrected Titles: Replacement titles are issued when a New Jersey title is being surrendered in order to obtain a new title due to the
surrendered title being damaged or filled out incorrectly. Corrected titles are issued when a New Jersey title is being surrendered in order to obtain a
new title with corrected information. Correction examples may include, but are not limited to: VIN correction, mileage branding, vehicle color, and hull
material. Replacement title transactions are also often used when trying to remove a lien from a title. To do so, the original title must be signed and
dated by an authorized representative of the lienholder. If applying on behalf of a business entity, you must be an authorized representative.
Additionally, you must provide one of the following, showing proof that the lien has been satisfied:
• A signed and dated lien release letter from the lienholder that includes the company name, address, and phone number, as well as the
year, make, model, and VIN number of the vehicle.
• A motor vehicle dealer wire transfer statement with a transaction number.
• A paid loan statement or agreement with the matching VIN number.
Vessel Title: Vessels are boats or watercraft, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water. Applications should be
used to establish ownership. Vessels shorter than 12 feet are not titled and are only required to be registered.
Add/Remove Lien: Check this box in addition to another selected title type if you are adding or removing a lienholder to your title.
The New Jersey title fee is $60. It is an additional $25 to add a lien. If mailing an application, fees must be paid in the form of a personal
check, cashier’s check, or money order payable to NJMVC. Do not mail cash. Credit cards or cash will only be accepted in-person at an
Step 2 – Vehicle/Vessel Information
The information provided must match your signed and executed title document or the current New Jersey record.
For Vehicles:
• Body type options – 2-Door, 4-Door, Pick-up Truck, Truck, Van, Wagon (SUV), Motorcycle, Trailer, Convertible, or Tractor.
• Federal Law requires that you state the mileage upon transfer of ownership. Failure to complete this statement, or providing false
information, may result in fines and/or imprisonment. When writing in the odometer reading, you are certifying that the number reflects the
actual mileage of the vehicle unless one of the following is checked:
o (N) – Not actual mileage
o (M) – Mileage has exceeded mechanical limitations
• Correction examples may include, but are not limited to: VIN correction, mileage branding, vehicle color, hull material, odometer reading.
For Vessels:
• Fuel type options – Gasoline, Diesel, or Other.
• Propulsion type options – Outboard, Inboard, I/O, Electric, Non-powered, or Other.
Step 3 – Vehicle/Vessel Owner Information
The information provided must match your signed and executed title document or the current New Jersey record.
Step 4 – Lienholder Information
The New Jersey title fee is $60. It is an additional $25 to add a lien. To complete this transaction, the original title must accompany this
application. If the current owner(s) of the vehicle or vessel has a lien (loan or financing) of any kind on the vehicle or vessel, even if it has been
paid off, the MVC’s records will still show the lien. The current owner(s) must fill out and apply to have the lien removed and/or obtain a new title,
without the lien, from the MVC after payoff. An original, signed lien release on the lienholder’s letterhead is required to remove a lien.
Step 5 – Representative Information
Complete this section only if you are applying for a title on behalf of the current owner or lienholder. In order to conduct a transaction, the
representative must obtain an original, signed, Letter of Authorization. Representatives processing work on behalf of the current owner or
lienholder may not sign any documentation. If signatures are required, the representative must obtain an original, signed, and notarized
Step 6 – Duplicate Titles
Individual(s) Applying: If a vehicle is in the name of an individual, the owner must sign this application and provide proof of ownership and their
government issued photo ID. Proof of ownership includes: vehicle registration, insurance card or declaration page, bill of sale, an NJMVC certified
record, or proof of final loan payment. If the vehicle is in the name of more than one individual, each owner must sign this application, and each
owner must provide a copy of their government issued photo ID. If processing this transaction on behalf of the individual(s), an original, signed,
Letter of Authorization is required.
Business Entity Applying: If the vehicle is in the name of an entity, a representative must sign the application. The representative must provide
notarized letter of signature authority on company letterhead, and a copy of the representative’s valid photo ID.
Lienholder Applying: If the vehicle has a recorded lien, the lienholder (or representative of the lienholder) may apply for a New Jersey title and
sign the application. If the lienholder is an individual, they must include a copy of their valid photo ID. If the lienholder is an entity, they must include
a notarized letter of signature authority on company letterhead, connecting the signing representative to the entity (copies are acceptable), and a
copy of the representative’s photo ID.
Using Power(s) of Attorney: If a Power of Attorney (POA) is used, the above requirements apply for both the individual or the entity granting the
POA and the individual or the entity being granted POA. For an individual, whether granting or being granted POA, a copy of photo ID is required.
For an entity, whether granting or being granted POA, both a copy of the representative’s photo ID and a notarized letter of signature authority on
company letterhead, connecting the signing representative to the entity, are required.
Step 7 – Mail in Applications (Not for Initial Title Applications)
Mail this application, fee, copy of ID(s), and supporting documentation to:
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
225 East State Street
MOS Special Services, PO Box 150
• Mailed applications may take up to 10 weeks to
process, plus mailing time.
• Original documentation submitted with the
application will be returned to the person/entity
Step 8 – Certification and Signature(s)
Original signature(s) are required on this application in blue or black ink ONLY.
OS/SS-UTA (R1/20)
