Getting a duplicate title when the vehicle was last titled in New York
The registered owner of the vehicle must follow these steps:
1. Download and fill out the New York Duplicate Title Application or apply online.
2. You can do one of the following options:
Bring the application to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Time frame to get the title: 5-7 business days
Cost to obtain: $20
Mail the application to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
Title Bureau
PO Box 2750
Albany, NY 12220-0750
Time frame to get the title: 6-8 weeks
Cost to obtain: $20
Getting a duplicate title when the vehicle was last titled outside of New York
The registered owner of the vehicle must apply for a duplicate title through the state in which the vehicle was last titled in.
For help with getting a duplicate in other states, visit our Help Center.