Please bring the following documents for Florida title transfers:

  • Original Florida title properly completed by buyer(s) and seller(s)
  • All applicants (purchasers) for title must sign the initial Application for Florida Title (HSMV 82040) or be present in our office. If an applicant is unable to come in, he or she may provide a completed Power of Attorney (HSMV 82053) to the applicant visiting our office so that applicant may sign the application on the missing applicant’s behalf
  • Proof of Florida insurance, if applying for registration
  • U. S. Driver License, U.S. Identification card or valid passport for each owner (see below for additional information)
  • Plate number if transferring a Florida plate
  • Proof of street address of the owner’s permanent Florida residence or permanent place of business in Florida. (effective 10/01/26)

Note: Bring current odometer reading and verify the VIN number on the title matches the VIN of your vehicle prior to your arrival.

*Transactions involving Trusts, repossession, towing and storage, or deceased persons will require additional documentation.

*Cash, check, debit and credit cards are accepted for these transactions. Please click here for our payment policy. Click here for the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles fee schedule.

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Effective October 1, 2026
Acceptable Proof of Identity for Vehicle Registrations
A valid REAL ID driver license or identification card issued by Florida or another state; a valid, unexpired U.S. passport; or a valid, unexpired foreign passport with an unexpired Form I-94.

Acceptable Proof of Street Address:
Registration requirements call for the street address of the owner’s permanent Florida residence or permanent place of business in Florida. A customer’s permanent residence or business street address listed on their registration application must be located within Florida. Currently the only exception is active- duty military stationed outside of Florida who want to maintain a Florida registration.