Title Alert Your title is a legal document. Incorrectly completing your title may void it, requiring you to obtain a duplicate copy. Please read all of the instructions and tips before signing your title.
- Only use a black or blue pen.
- Do not use a highlighter or white-out.
- No strikethroughs, write-overs, scribbles, or tears are permitted.
- Unless you are an authorized dealer, do not sign in the Dealer Reassignment section.
Where do I need to sign the title?
Make sure you sign/print your name precisely as it appears on the front of your title. White-out, scribbles, and strike-throughs should all be avoided.
- PRINT and SIGN your name(s) on the front of the title where it says "PRINTED NAME AND SIGNATURE OF SELLER. IF FIRM, PRINTED NAME, TITLE AND SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED PERSON."
What if the car has multiple owners?
- The title must be signed by all owners listed on the front of the title.
What if the title has a lien or a bank name on it?
- If your Hawaii title has a lien or a bank name printed on the front, the lien holder must sign it or a separate lien release letter must be obtained.
How long does it take to get a duplicate title?
- You'll get a duplicate title the same day if you apply in person.
- It will take 1 week if you apply by mail.
How much does it cost to get a duplicate title?
- In Georgia, a duplicate title costs $10.
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Hawaii DMV Information
- Hawaii Department of Customer Services (DCS)
Mission Memorial Building
550 South King Street
Honolulu, HI 96813 - (808) 768-4325
- Hawaii Vehicle Ownership Transfer (honolulu.gov)
- Hawaii DMV Locations (dds.georgia.gov)
