Maryland Vehicle Title Guide & FAQs

Signing Your Maryland Vehicle Title

Maryland title transfers are straightforward as long as the title is filled out cleanly. Use a blue or black ink pen only and make sure your signature exactly matches the name printed on the front of the title.

What Will Cause a Maryland Title to Be Rejected

• Signing in the wrong section of the title
• Using white-out, cross-outs, or written corrections
• Scribbles or strike-throughs
• Signature that does not match the printed name
• Rips, tears, or damaged titles

If a title is rejected, the Maryland MVA will typically require a duplicate title before the vehicle can be transferred.

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Where to Sign a Maryland Title

Flip the title over and look at the top half of the back.

Sign your name on the line labeled “Signature of Seller(s)”.

Print your name directly below on the line labeled “Printed Name of Seller(s)”.

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Vehicles with Multiple Owners

Maryland requires all owners listed on the title to sign when transferring ownership.

• Every owner shown on the front of the title must sign

If one owner is unable to sign, additional documentation may be required by the MVA.

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Titles Showing a Lienholder

If a lienholder or bank is listed on the Maryland title, the lien must be released before the vehicle can be transferred.

• Lien release signed directly on the title
• Or a separate lien release letter from the lender

Without a lien release, the title transfer cannot be completed.

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Replacing a Lost or Damaged Maryland Title

Maryland requires a valid title to sell a vehicle. If your title is lost, stolen, damaged, or voided, you must obtain a duplicate.

• Duplicate titles are issued by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)
• Online, mail, and in-person requests are available
• Processing time is typically 5 to 7 business days
• Duplicate title fee is $20

Official Maryland MVA title information: mva.maryland.gov – Title & Registration Information

MVA Title File Unit
6601 Ritchie Highway NE
Glen Burnie, MD 21062

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After Selling Your Vehicle in Maryland

Once the sale is complete:

• Remove your license plates before releasing the vehicle
• Keep a copy of the signed title for your records

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