What You'll Need to Do to Transfer your Vehicle Title in South Carolina

The Complete Guide to Title Transfers at the South Carolina DMV

What South Carolina Requires to Transfer a Vehicle's Title

• CompletedApplication for Certificate of Title and Registration for Motor Vehicle or Manufactured Home/Mobile Home(Form 400).

• Your leasing company must complete Section E (Leasing Information).

• The odometer reading must also be filled out.

• Properly assigned title or manufacturer's certificate of origin.

• Proof of South Carolina auto insurance.

• Power of attorney, if you are signing on behalf of someone else.

• Vehicle property tax receipt.

• Payment for any applicable title fees and taxes.

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What Steps You Must Take in South Carolina to Transfer the Title of Your Car

1. Complete and sign the title certificate (seller and buyer).

2. Complete a bill of sale (if applicable).

3. Complete the title application form.

4. Visit any DMV office near you. Consider making aDMV appointmentor getting aline waiting concierge.

Need more South Carolina DMV help?

Search the South Carolina DMV website, where you can find more help or book services withMotary Notary Fingerprinting & More. Also, visit our website or give us a call to ask our team questions via chat or text message. Our office is located in North Charleston, and we are also a mobile notary service, so we can come to you during the sale or transfer of your car.