How do I get a duplicate title in Virginia?

If the vehicle was last titled in Virginia

  1. Download and fill out the Virginia Duplicate Title Application
  2. Submit the application
    • Online at the Department of Motor Vehicles
      • Time frame: 5 weeks
      • Cost to obtain: $14
    • In person at the Department of Motor Vehicles
      • Time frame: Same day
      • Cost to obtain $15
    • By mailing the application to:
    • Virginia DMV
      Titling Department
      P.O. Box 27412
      Richmond, VA 23269
      • Time frame: 5 weeks
      • Cost to obtain: $15

If the vehicle was last titled outside of Virginia

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