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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 trucks 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?
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?
3 to 5 business days.
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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?
DSMV 545F
Please note that the Merrimack DMV location is no longer performing Salvage Vehicle Inspections. They will now be done at the DMV location in Manchester at 377 South Willow Street on Wednesdays from 9:00AM - 1:00PM.
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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) 271-3111
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