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How do I get a duplicate title in New York?

Instructions on obtaining a duplicate New York (NY) title

Updated over 3 weeks ago

If the vehicle was last titled in New York

  1. Download and fill out the New York Duplicate Title Application

  2. Submit the application

    • Online at the Department of Motor Vehicles

      • Time frame: 2-3 business days

      • Cost to obtain: $20

    • In person at the Department of Motor Vehicles

      • Time frame: 5-7 business days

      • Cost to obtain: $20

    • By mailing the application to:

      New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
      Title Bureau
      PO Box 2750
      Albany, NY 12220-0750

      • Time frame: 6-8 weeks

      • Cost to obtain: $20

If the vehicle was last titled outside of New York

The registered titled owner(s) of the vehicle must apply for a duplicate title through the state in which the vehicle was last titled.

For help with getting a duplicate in other states, visit our Help Center.

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