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- What is a title?
A title is a secure document issued by the DMV which represents ownership of a motor vehicle.
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- What vehicles are required to be titled?
- Vehicles 15 years of age or newer.
- Truck-tractors and heavy trucks with 3 or more axles with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 18,001 pounds or greater, regardless of age.
- Trailers 15 years of age or newer with a GVW of 3,001 pounds or greater.
- Antique vehicles 26 years of age or older, upon request.
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- What is the process for obtaining a title in NH?
Title applications are prepared by a city or town clerk, licensed dealer or a lending institution.
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- I have moved to NH, and my title is held by a lien holder. How can I obtain a NH title?
Contact the city or town clerk where you reside.
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- I have moved to NH, and my title is held by an out of state lien holder. My plates have expired or are about to expire. What can I do?
Contact the city or town clerk where you reside. A 60-day temporary plate can be issued to you.
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- How can I transfer ownership if I sell or trade my vehicle?
- Transfer ownership to the buyer on the reverse side of the title by filling in buyer’s name, buyer’s address, and current odometer reading.
- Obtain signatures of seller and buyer.
- Give the title to the buyer.
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- How can I sell a vehicle 15 years of age or older that does not require a title? Exception Heavy trucks)
- If you have a title, transfer ownership to the buyer on the reverse side.
- Provide a bill of sale (TDMV22A
) and a properly filled out Verification of Vehicle Identification (TDMV19a) .
- Provide a bill of sale (TDMV22A
) and a copy of the previous registration or title.
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- I have lost or misplaced my title. How can I obtain a duplicate?
- Complete an application for duplicate title (TDMV18
) submit it along with a fee of $25.00.
- If a lien was recorded on the vehicle when purchased, attach Release of Lien or other Encumbrances (TDMV20
).
- If the vehicle is jointly owned, all owner’s signatures are required.
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- How long does it take to issue a title?
Approximately 10 to 14 business days once the title application is received.
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- What is the difference between a registration permit and title?
A registration permit allows you to operate a vehicle in NH, and a title is proof of ownership.
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- Does NH have a salvage title law?
Yes, every salvage vehicle must have a salvage inspection before it can be registered. Once the vehicle is inspected, a (DSMV 547) will be issued.
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- Where can I go to get my salvage vehicle inspected?
Please go to one of our salvage vehicle inspection locations: DSMV 545F 
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- Does NH have a "Joint Tenancy with Rights of Survivorship" provision?
- Yes, you may designate on your title application.
- Joint tenancy with rights of survivorship can be used for non-married owners.
- Conjunction OR must be listed between owners.
- A married couple or partners in a civil union has automatic joint tenancy with rights of survivorship if the vehicle is used for family purposes.
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- Who can I contact if I have questions regarding a title?
DOS DMV
Title
23 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03305
(603) 227-4150
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