How to Sign Your Title / New Jersey (NJ)

How to Sign Your Title in New Jersey (NJ)

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 bottom half - print name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Name (Hand Print)."
  2. Back of the title right below where you printed name(s) - sign name(s) on the line where it reads "Seller's Signature."

Multiple Owners

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

Lien or Bank Name on Title

If your New Jersey 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

Same Day

Duplicate Time Mail

8-12 Weeks

Duplicate Cost

$60

New Jersey DMV

New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, Special Titles Section/Duplicate Titles, 225 East State Street, PO Box 017, Trenton, NJ 08666

DMV Website