How to Replace a Lost Car Title in Ohio
Get a duplicate or replacement car title in Ohio — the right form, exact fee, processing time, and step-by-step instructions.
Ohio Duplicate Title Application: BMV 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title)
Ohio does not offer online duplicate title applications. Submit BMV 3774 at the county clerk of courts title office in the county where the vehicle is registered.
Required Documents in Ohio
- ✓Completed BMV 3774 signed by all registered owners
- ✓Government-issued photo ID
- ✓Payment of $15
- ✓If lien exists: lienholder authorization
Ohio's title application is BMV 3774. Submit it at the county clerk of courts office (not a BMV branch in most counties). All registered owners must sign.
If There Is a Lien on the Title
If a lienholder is listed on the Ohio title, the duplicate title is issued to the lienholder. Contact your lender to authorize issuance to you if the lien has been or is being paid off.
Fastest Way to Get a Duplicate Title in Ohio
Best option: In-person at county clerk of courts
Ohio county clerk offices vary in processing time. Some counties can process a duplicate title same-day; others take 1–2 weeks. Call your county clerk's office to confirm current wait times.
Moved Out of Ohio? How to Get Your Title
If you have moved out of Ohio, mail the completed BMV 3774 with notarized signature, copy of current ID, and $15 money order to the county clerk of courts in the Ohio county where the vehicle was registered.
Common Reasons People Need a Replacement Title
- →Title lost during a move
- →Title damaged in a basement flood or fire
- →Estate settlement requires a clear title
- →Buyer requests duplicate before accepting the vehicle
- →Title not received after purchase (new vehicles)
Ohio's low $15 fee and county-level processing make duplicate titles relatively quick and affordable compared to Florida or California. Keep a copy of the BMV 3774 submission for your records.
Ohio Title Note
Ohio's duplicate title application (BMV 3774) is the same form used for a new title application. This can cause confusion — check the "Duplicate" box on the form. The county clerk will look up the existing title record in the Ohio BMV database.
Duplicate Title FAQ — Ohio
What form do I use to replace a lost car title in Ohio?
Use BMV 3774 (Application for Certificate of Title) to apply for a duplicate title in Ohio. Submit at Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (County Clerk). Ohio's title application is BMV 3774. Submit it at the county clerk of courts office (not a BMV branch in most counties). All registered owners must sign.
How much does it cost to replace a car title in Ohio?
The duplicate title fee in Ohio is $15. Ohio county clerk offices vary in processing time. Some counties can process a duplicate title same-day; others take 1–2 weeks. Call your county clerk's office to confirm current wait times.
How long does it take to get a replacement car title in Ohio?
Standard processing time in Ohio is 1–3 weeks. In-person at county clerk of courts may be faster.
Can I apply for a duplicate title online in Ohio?
No, Ohio does not currently offer online duplicate title applications. Ohio does not offer online duplicate title applications. Submit BMV 3774 at the county clerk of courts title office in the county where the vehicle is registered.
What if there is a lien on the car title I need to replace in Ohio?
If a lienholder is listed on the Ohio title, the duplicate title is issued to the lienholder. Contact your lender to authorize issuance to you if the lien has been or is being paid off.
I moved out of Ohio — how do I get a replacement title?
If you have moved out of Ohio, mail the completed BMV 3774 with notarized signature, copy of current ID, and $15 money order to the county clerk of courts in the Ohio county where the vehicle was registered.