Looking for instructions on how to sign your Kentucky (KY) car title or where to sign your Kentucky (KY) car title? This page explains how a seller should sign their Kentucky car title over to a buyer.
Title Alert
Your title is a legal document. Incorrectly completing your title may void it, requiring you to obtain a duplicate copy. Please read all of the instructions and tips before signing your title.
- Only use a black or blue pen.
- Do not use a highlighter or white-out.
- No strikethroughs, write-overs, scribbles, or tears are permitted.
- Unless you are an authorized dealer, do not sign in the Dealer Reassignment section.
Where do I need to sign the title?
Make sure you sign/print your name precisely as it appears on the front of your title. White-out, scribbles, and strike-throughs should all be avoided.
- Car titles in Kentucky must be notarized. Wait to sign until you're in front of a Notary.
- If you are selling a vehicle with a Kentucky title inside Kentucky, disregard the example image and sign your name(s) on the front of the title where it says "Signature(s) of Seller(s)".
- If you are selling a vehicle with a Kentucky title outside of Kentucky, sign your name(s) on the back of the title as shown in the example image.
- Sign your name(s) on the back of the title where it says "Transferor(s) Dealer/Agent Signature(s)".
- Print your name(s) on the back of the title where it says "Transferor(s) Dealer/Agent Printed Name(s)".
What if the car has multiple owners?
- If the title has "OR" between the owner names printed on the front, only one owner must sign.
- If the title contains the words "AND" or "AND/OR" between the owner names, or if nothing is listed between the owner names, both owners must sign.
What if the title has a lien or a bank name on it?
- If your Kentucky title has a lien or a bank name printed on the front, the lien holder must sign off on the title or a separate lien release letter must be obtained.
How long does it take to get a duplicate title?
- It will take 5 to 7 business days if you apply in person.
- It will take 5 to 7 business days if you apply by mail.
How much does it cost to get a duplicate title?
- In Kentucky, a duplicate title costs $6.
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Kentucky DMV Information
If your title design differs from the example above, carefully review your title before proceeding. While the signature and printed name fields may be in different places, you must still print and sign your name in the appropriate places.
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January 24, 2023
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