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
- Completed Application 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.
What Steps You Must Take in South Carolina to Transfer the Title of Your Car
- Complete and sign the title certificate (seller and buyer).
- Complete a bill of sale (if applicable).
- Complete the title application form.
- Visit any DMV office near you. Consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge.
Need more South Carolina DMV help?
Search the South Carolina DMV website, where you can find more help or book services with Motary 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.



