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 Duplicate Nevada Certificate of Title making sure to indicate on the form that you are applying for a duplicate title.
2. Once completed, you must have the application form properly notarized or witnessed by an authorized DMV representative.
3. If your original title is damaged or mutilated, you must return the original title when applying for a replacement.

FEES

The fee for a duplicate title is $20. If applying via mail you can make out a check or money order to the Department of Motor Vehicles Nevada.

SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION

The completed notarized application form may be dropped off in person at the nearest DMV office or mailed to the following address:

Department of Motor Vehicles Nevada
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711.    

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The duplicate title will be mailed to you within six weeks.
• See also Title Transfers, Replacing Your License, and Replacing your Registration.
• See also Address Changes and Bill of Sale.