How do I transfer a car title in Massachusetts?

Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles

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Prepare for Massachusetts title-transfer using the official agency instructions. Confirm current requirements with the agency.

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Prepare for the agency process: Complete the Registration and Title Application for a purchase from an individual.
Follow the official process: Present the previous owner’s title or, for an exempt vehicle, the accepted registration and bill of sale.

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Massachusetts official title-transfer guidance · Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles · reviewed 2026-09-29

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