| Replacing Oregon Titles |
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If an Oregon vehicle title is lost, destroyed, or damaged, the owner may follow the steps listed in the sections below to apply for a replacement (duplicate).
See Replacing & Transferring Oregon Titles if the title is lost for a vehicle you have purchased.
Please note that DMV can issue a replacement title only if the title is lost, destroyed, or damaged. Someone must also certify what happened to the original title on the Application for Replacement Title. A stolen title is considered lost only if an unknown party with no possible ownership interest stole it. You cannot apply for a replacement title when you know, or believe you know, who stole or possesses the title.
For clarification and/or further information, please contact DMV.
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| How to Apply |
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To apply for a replacement/duplicate title, you must:
- Fill out an Application for Replacement Title:
- All registered owners must sign the application;
- Fill out an Application for Title and Registration form, if also applying for registration:
- Include your insurance company name and policy number;
- Pass an emissions test at DEQ if you live in the Portland Area or the Rogue Valley (Medford);
- Choose license plates (click here for choices):
- If you choose a specialty plate, write the name of that plate in the “Remarks” section of your application,
- You may transfer Oregon plates you own to your vehicle:
- The plates must be a type that DMV still issues, or have a specialty background,
- The plates must be in good condition and readable, and
- The plates can only be transferred to the same type of vehicle,
- When you transfer plates:
- The expiration date of the registration will remain the same,
- Expired plates cannot be transferred, unless registration fees are paid at the time of plate transfer,
- You must pay a plate transfer fee of $6;
- Figure and pay all applicable fees:
- Submit your completed applications, supporting materials and payment to DMV.
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| How To Submit Your Applications |
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If you are registering and need a temporary permit to drive your vehicle, you may submit your completed applications, supporting materials and payment to a DMV office (if all is in order, you may be able to get plates or stickers at the office), or mail your materials to the address below:
Oregon DMV
1905 Lana Ave NE
Salem, OR 97314
Make checks or money orders payable to “Oregon DMV."
Note: Due to the additional costs of associated merchant fees, DMV offices do not accept credit or debit cards. They accept cash, money orders and checks only.
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| How Long Will It Take |
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If your paperwork is accurate and complete when received at DMV Headquarters in Salem, and your payment is correct, your plates are generally mailed within 5-10 business days.
Titles are mailed to applicants about three to five weeks after DMV receives the necessary paperwork.
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| Related Information |
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Additional information that may be relevant includes:
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