Where do I sign a Maine vehicle title?

Maine vehicle titles are signed on the back of the title in the section labeled 'Seller’s Signature.' Sellers must sign using blue or black ink exactly as their name appears on the title.

Do all owners need to sign a Maine car title?

Yes. If multiple owners are listed on a Maine title with 'AND', 'AND/OR', or no conjunction, all owners must sign. If owners are listed with 'OR', only one owner is required to sign.

What if there is a lienholder on my Maine title?

If a lienholder is listed on a Maine title, the lien must be released before the vehicle can be transferred. The lien may be released directly on the title or with a separate lien release document from the lender.

How do I replace a lost or damaged Maine title?

To replace a lost, stolen, or damaged Maine title, you must apply for a duplicate title through the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles. All owners listed on the title must sign the application and applicable fees apply.

Do I keep my license plates after selling a car in Maine?

Yes. Maine requires sellers to remove their license plates before releasing the vehicle. Plates may be transferred to another vehicle or returned according to Maine BMV instructions.

Maine Vehicle Title Guide | How to Sign, Transfer & Replace a Car Title

Signing Your Maine Vehicle Title

Maine vehicle titles must be completed carefully. Use a blue or black ink pen only and sign your name exactly as it appears on the title. Any errors may void the title and require a replacement before the vehicle can be sold.

What Will Void a Maine Title

Signing in the wrong section
Using white-out, correction fluid, or highlighter
Cross-outs, scribbles, or tracing over text
Signature not matching the name printed on the title
Rips, tears, or damaged titles

If a title is voided or damaged, Maine BMV will require a duplicate title before transfer.

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Where Do I Sign a Maine Title?

Maine titles are signed on the back of the title.

Sign on the back of the title where it reads “Seller’s Signature”
Print your name where it reads “Seller’s Hand Printed Name”

Do not sign anywhere else unless instructed by the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Multiple Owners on a Maine Title

Signature requirements depend on how owner names appear on the title:

OR – Only one owner must sign
AND – All owners must sign
AND/OR – All owners must sign
No connector listed – All owners must sign

Titles With a Lienholder in Maine

If a lien or bank name appears on the Maine title, the lien must be released before the vehicle can be transferred.

Lien release signed directly on the title, or
Separate lien release letter from the lender

Selling a Car in Maine Without a Title

Maine requires a title to sell a vehicle. If your title is lost, stolen, damaged, or voided, you must apply for a duplicate title through the Maine BMV.

Official Maine BMV Title Resources:
Maine Duplicate & Replacement Title Application
Maine Vehicle Title Information
Maine BMV – Buying & Selling a Vehicle