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Titling-by-Mail Checklist

Please note: these are general requirements and additional documentation may be requested upon review of your application for Certificate of Title.

Transfer of Ohio Title

  • Assignment (top portion) of original Ohio title filled out in its entirety, signed by seller(s) and notarized.
  • Buyer's Acknowledgement of Odometer Certification (middle portion) of original Ohio title signed by purchaser(s).
  • Application (bottom portion) of original Ohio title filled out in its entirety, signed by purchaser(s) and notarized.
  • Lien release from lien holder if an open lien exists.
  • $15 title fee plus sales tax (based on county of residence) on purchase price.

Transfer of Non-Ohio Title

  • Original Certificate of Title with assignment completed in its entirety.
  • A BMV Out of State Inspection Form.
  • Lien release from lien holder if an open lien exists.
  • Ohio Application for Certificate of Title to a Motor Vehicle (located on website under Forms)
  • Filled out in its entirety, signed by applicant(s) and notarized.
  • Applicant's Odometer Statement (located on website under Forms) if applicable.
  • $16.50 title fee plus sales tax (based on county of residence) on purchase price.

Duplicate/Replacement Ohio Title

  • Ohio Application for Certificate of Title to a Motor Vehicle (located on website under Forms) with the Duplicate/Replacement section completed in addition to vehicle and owner(s)
  • information. Application must be signed by owner(s) and notarized.
  • Lien release from lien holder if an open lien exists.
  • $15 title fee.

For the following title transactions please call the Hancock County Title Office at 419-424-7040:

  • Probate
  • Surviving Spouse
  • Lease transactions
  • Court Order

Mail your forms and make check or money order payable to:

Hancock County Clerk of Courts
8210 CR 140
Suite E
Findlay, OH 45840

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