Replace a Title

Lost or Stolen Title

If you lost your title, you may get a replacement. If there is a lien on your vehicle, a duplicate title will be sent to the lien holder.

Before purchasing your replacement title, make sure you update your address.

You may apply for a duplicate title online.

To get a duplicate title by mail or in person, you must provide all of the following:

• Completed Title Application (SCDMV Form 400)
• Acceptable identification or one of the forms below:
  • If you're a company and you're sending someone to pick up the title in your place, you must complete the Agent Authorization for Title Pick-up (SCDMV Form MV-80).
  • If you're picking up a title for another person, you must complete the Third Party Title Pick Up (SCDMV Form MV-80A).
• $15

You should make check or money orders out to the SCDMV. Do not mail cash.

If mailing the application, mail it to the address below:

Same-day expedited duplicate titles are available in person only. There is an additional $20 expedite fee for this option.