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ATV Title Transfer in Ohio

Ohio requires a Certificate of Title for ATVs processed through the Ohio BMV / County Clerk of Courts (title) + ODNR (registration). The title transfer process is similar to a standard vehicle, but the agency, forms, and fees may differ.

Yes
Title Required
Ohio requires a Certificate of Title for all ATVs and off-highway motorcycles. Issued through the County Clerk of Courts, same as vehicle titles.
$15
Title Fee
Standard Ohio title fee — applies to ATVs as well as vehicles. Annual OHV registration: $15.
7–21 Business Days
Processing Time
County Clerk of Courts processes ATV titles; same processing as vehicle titles
Off-Road Only
Street-Legal Option
Ohio ATVs and UTVs are generally not street-legal. Some rural counties allow ATV operation on county roads — check with the specific county.

Registration in Ohio

Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) handles ATV registration separately from the title. County Clerk of Courts issues the title.

Required Documents in Ohio

Ohio ATV titles require the same notarized BMV 3774 as vehicle titles. Both title (County Clerk) and OHV registration (ODNR) are required for public land use.

1BMV 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title — notarized)
2Signed previous Ohio title or out-of-state title
3Bill of sale with VIN and purchase price
4ODNR OHV registration application (separate)
Ohio — ATV Note

Ohio's $15 title fee and the notarized BMV 3774 requirement are consistent across all vehicle types including ATVs. The split between County Clerk (title) and ODNR (registration) means two separate agency interactions — complete the County Clerk title transfer first.

ATV Title Transfer FAQ — Ohio

Does Ohio require a title for ATVs?

Yes — Ohio requires a Certificate of Title for All ATVs and off-highway motorcycles. Ohio requires a Certificate of Title for all ATVs and off-highway motorcycles. Issued through the County Clerk of Courts, same as vehicle titles.

How do I transfer an ATV title in Ohio?

In Ohio, ATV title transfers go through the Ohio BMV / County Clerk of Courts (title) + ODNR (registration). Required documents: BMV 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title — notarized), Signed previous Ohio title or out-of-state title. Processing takes 7–21 Business Days. Ohio ATV titles require the same notarized BMV 3774 as vehicle titles. Both title (County Clerk) and OHV registration (ODNR) are required for public land use.

Are ATVs street-legal in Ohio?

ATVs are not street-legal in Ohio. Ohio ATVs are generally off-road only. Check with your specific county regarding road operation rules for rural areas.

What is the ATV title fee in Ohio?

$15. Standard Ohio title fee — applies to ATVs as well as vehicles. Annual OHV registration: $15.

Submit Through

Ohio BMV / County Clerk of Courts (title) + ODNR (registration)

https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/buy-and-apply/off-road-vehicles/off-road-vehicle-registration

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