Your title is an important document, and everyone knows the more important the document, the more likely it is to get lost when you need it. Fortunately, replacing it requires a little money, a form, and some time.

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To replace a missing, damaged, or destroyed title, the registered owner fills out a duplicate title form and takes it to a Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) service center that offers titling services. The owner must sign the form.

Be sure to bring your driver's license or state ID card.

If you want someone else to go the service center for you, that person fills out a Permission to Pick Up Title form and bring proper photo identification. Otherwise, the title will be mailed to you.

The duplicate title costs $20, plus an extra $5 service fee. You must pay by cash or check. You'll be able to leave with your duplicate title.

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Don't feel like facing the line at the DMV? Apply for a duplicate title by mail instead.

Just mail the completed form along with a check or money order for $20 to:

• Wisconsin Department of Transportation

• P.O. Box 7949

• Madison, WI 53707-7306

It may take several weeks to process your request.

Request priority service by enclosing an extra $4 and mailing everything to:

• Wisconsin Department of Transportation

• P.O. Box 7306

• Madison WI 53707-7306

Top Additional Information

Any questions about the duplicate title process? Call the DMV at (608) 266-1466.

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