FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The transfer itself takes about 20 minutes. Getting the title back from PennDOT varies between 2 and 6 weeks.

PA Driver's license, PA Identification card or Military ID, Insurance card, and registration card if you wish to transfer a license plate you own.

Scheduling an appointment is only necessary for nights or Saturdays.

You can order a duplicate title from PennDOT if it is misplaced. If you have a loan on the vehicle, we can send in a request to your lienholder to mail the title to our office if you are moving into PA from another state.

Yes, to register it in PA, using a valid form of ID, you will need to have a Pennsylvania License.

You would need to fill out a Power of Attorney form with the other person present to sign it. It is limited to the vehicle transaction only.

Yes, we can issue you a new plate.

Yes, we can renew your car registration.

No, you cannot register a car in PA with an out-of-state plate.

Yes, if you are adding an additional person to your car title then that person needs to be present.

Yes, all PA vehicles are required to have a title.

If the vehicles have been previously issued titles, you will need to have a title to transfer them.

For all ATV and Snowmobile owners and buyers, beginning October 15, 2025 DCNR is requiring insurance information when you complete the following items: New and Vehicle Transfer Applications, Vehicle Registration Renewals, Change of Address, Replacement Request ie Titles, and Registration Cards.