DMV

Moved From Out-of-State

Though every title situation is unique, here are the steps you usually need to complete in order to transfer an out-of-state title:
  1. Gather Ownership Documents

    Though every title situation is unique, you should at least have the original out of state title or out of state registration. Either of these should be sufficient to at least get you started at the DMV, and should allow you to obtain a temporary permit while you gather any additional documents such as an emissions inspection.
    Temporary Permit

    Our Title Requirements page has a list of vehicles that require titles.

    For commonly asked questions please check out our Title FAQs.

    More Info

    For more specific information about acceptable ownership documentation, see:

    Transfer an Out-of-State Title

    Transfer Without a Title

    Check if there is a lien on the vehicle. For more information about liens please review our lien page.

  2. Inspections

    Check to see if an inspection will be required.

Sign Up for Additional Service

You'll get a postcard in the mail when it's time to renew. If you prefer email, you can sign up for email reminders on our Motor Vehicle Portal (MVP). You can also change your email address with us on that link.

Sign up for automatic registration renewal on our Motor Vehicle Portal (MVP) or complete a TC-505 Automatic Registration Renewal Application and submit it to the DMV at the address provided on the form.

If you previously signed up for an automatic renewal you can make changes by using our Manage vehicle automatic renewals tool.

Sign up for theft protection via our Watch Your Car program.

Insurance Requirements

For more information please review Vehicle Insurance Requirements.

Check Fulfilment Status

You can check the status of your title using our Get vehicle title status tool.

You can also check the status of your plates by using our Where is your license plate tool.

In-Person Appointments

Available at the following locations Ogden, Farmington, Taylorsville,  South Valley (Draper), Provo, and Hurricane DMV offices.

Title Transfer Helpful Links

Common steps in title transfers

Vehicle Inspections

Find out about vehicle inspections in Utah

Vehicle Inspections

Fee Estimator

Estimate Fees for a Title Transfer

Fee Estimator

Transfer Title Online

Title transfer can be done online

Online Title Transfer