What documents do I need for a title transfer in Indiana?
Reviewed 2026-11-01 · Source: Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Ava's answer
For a title transfer in Indiana, Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles lists 1 item: Certificate of title. Confirm with the agency before you go.
- Certificate of title — With seller and purchaser sections fully completed.
Your Indiana checklist
Tick items off as you go. Saved on this device only.
Steps
Documents to bring
Fees
| Late title applicationAfter 45 days; amount not stated on the official page | Administrative penalty |
Where to go in person
Helpful services for this task
Optional, privately operated services related to title transfer. Not government services, not required, and not endorsed by any agency. DMV.ai may be paid when you use them.
Find licensed providers in Indiana
Official state lists of licensed businesses. Not sponsored, not ranked, and DMV.ai isn't paid for these links.
- Indiana licensed driving schools (official list)
- Insurance: we haven't verified an official Indiana company lookup yet.
No sponsored offers for this task and state yet. Sponsored offers appear only after identity, terms, disclosures and links pass review.
Related
Was this answer helpful?
Source
Buying & Selling a Vehicle - Indiana BMV · Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles · reviewed 2026-11-01
Limitations: Checked against the official Indiana BMV page on November 1, 2026; not yet reviewed by a person. That page directs private buyers to a branch and does not describe an online title transfer. Liens and other ownership changes differ. The official page is the final word.
DMV.ai is independent and not a government agency. It does not file applications or collect government fees. Confirm current requirements with the official agency. Report an issue