Learn how to replace a vehicle title or registration if you lose it or it is damaged.
Before you get started
You can replace your vehicle title or registration if you lose it or it gets damaged. Replacement fees vary.
Replace a lost or damaged vehicle title
If you're still making payments on your vehicle, the lienholder must apply for the title.
We mail titles within 6-8 weeks. If you need it sooner, apply for a Quick Title (see below for details).
1. Complete an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest form
- Print the Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest form on white paper.
- Have all the registered owners sign the form in the presence of a notary public.
- If you cannot update your address online, provide a notarized Vehicle Title Application with the address listed as the mailing address.
2. Mail or bring the completed form and fee to an office
Choose the option that meets your needs.
Get your title in 4-6 weeks
Visit a vehicle licensing office to have your title mailed to you within 4-6 weeks.
- Replacement titles for vehicles cost $35.50
- Replacement titles for trailers cost $35.50
- Replacement titles for boats cost $26.75
Get your title right away
Visit a Quick Title office get your title before you leave, or have it mailed immediately.
- Replacement titles for vehicles cost $85.50
- Replacement titles for trailers cost $85.50
- Replacement titles for boats cost $76.75
Please note, Quick Titles are not available for:
- Vehicles or boats that have been reported stolen
- Vehicles or boats that have been destroyed by insurance or by wreckers
- Vehicles with "WA rebuilt" on the title
Replace a lost or damaged vehicle registration
To replace a lost or damaged vehicle registration, you must complete and submit the Affidavit of Loss section of the Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest form.
- If replacing a lost title, all registered owners must sign this form in the presence of a notary public.
- If replacing a lost registration, one registered owner must sign this form in the presence of a notary public.
- If signing at a vehicle licensing office, a vehicle licensing agent can take the place of a notary.
- Fees vary; contact a vehicle licensing office to get the correct amount for your situation.
- Include check/money order for the correct fee payable to: Department of Licensing.
- Mail or bring the form to any vehicle licensing office.