You may apply for a duplicate vehicle title if your original title is lost, stolen, or damaged. A vehicle with a missing title cannot be bought or sold, so owners must apply for and obtain a replacement before they can sell their vehicle.

WHAT YOU NEED WHEN APPLYING FOR A DUPLICATE/REPLACEMENT TITLE

1. Complete the application for a Kentucky replacement title form, making sure to indicate on the form that you are applying for a duplicate title.
2. You need to show your driver's license for photo identification.
3. You also need to provide your vehicle licence plate number or title number.
4. If your original title is damaged or mutilated, you must return the original title when applying for a replacement.

FEES

Along with your application form and the other materials, you must submit a $4 duplicate title fee, plus a notary fee as relevant. Checks and money orders should be payable to the Kentucky Transportation cabinet's Division of Motor Vehicle Licensing.

SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION

You can submit the application and fees for a duplicate title at your local county clerk's office, or mail the package to:

Division of Motor Vehicle Licensing
200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40622    

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The duplicate title is usually mailed to you within a day or two of your submission of the application.
• See also Title Transfers, Replacing Your License, and Replacing your Registration.
• See also Address Changes and Bill of Sale.