How to Sign Your Title in Iowa (IA)

Where to Sign

Be sure to write clearly and sign/print your name exactly as spelled on the front of your title. Avoid white-out, scribbles, and strike-throughs.

  1. Back of the title top half - sign name(s) on the line where it reads "Signature(s) of Seller(s)."
  2. Back of the title right below where you signed your name(s) - print name(s) on the line where it reads "Printed Name of Seller(s)."

Multiple Owners

All owners listed on the front of title must sign the title.

Lien or Bank Name on Title

If your Iowa title shows a lien or a bank name printed on the front, then your title will need to be signed off by the lien holder or have a separate lien release letter.

Duplicate Time In Person

2 weeks

Duplicate Time Mail

2 weeks

Duplicate Cost

$25

Iowa DMV

Please visit https://www.iowatreasurers.org/ to locate the address for your county treasurer's office.

DMV Website