How to transfer a car title in New Hampshire
For private sellers and buyers in New Hampshire. A dealer trade-in follows the dealer's own process.
To transfer a car title in New Hampshire, the seller signs the assignment on the title when handing over the car and gives the title to the buyer. The buyer starts at the town or city clerk and gets the papers to the state within 20 days of the sale. The title fee is $35.
What do the buyer and seller each do in New Hampshire?
Seller
- When you hand over the car, sign the assignment on the title and give the title to the buyer.
- Once you have signed the title over and handed over the car, you are not liable for what happens with it later.
- In Manchester, the city asks for a bill of sale signed by both seller and buyer, or a sales receipt.
Buyer
- Get the title application and papers to the state within 20 days of the sale.
- If you are late, you pay a penalty equal to the title fee.
- In Nashua, all owners come in, or bring a notarized power of attorney. For a 2000 or newer car, bring the original title and a bill of sale.
- In Manchester, the city notes that a car from model year 2000 or newer always has a title, so the seller signs that title over to you.
If you're not sure what you need, check with the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles before you go: dmv.nh.gov
How do I sign over a car title in New Hampshire?
Step 1 · Seller
Sign the title over.
Do it when you hand over the car.
Step 2 · Seller
Give the buyer the title.
Or send it to the state.
We have not confirmed whether New Hampshire requires a bill of sale. Check with the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles before you sell.
How do I put a car title in my name in New Hampshire?
Step 1 · Buyer
Go to your town or city clerk.
The clerk checks your title application.
Step 2 · Buyer
Finish within 20 days.
Later than that costs a penalty equal to the title fee.
After the NH DMV processes your papers, it issues the new title in the new owner's name.
How much does a title transfer cost in New Hampshire?
| Fee | Amount | Who pays | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title fee | $35 | Buyer | gc.nh.gov Checked |
| Total of required fees | $35 |
Fees can change. Check the official page before you pay.
Special cases
- Giving a car as a giftNot confirmed yet Gift steps for New Hampshire are being checked.
Common questions
Where do I register a car I bought?
Start with your town or city clerk, who checks the title application. In Nashua, the city clerk can also do the state part.
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Is the seller liable after the sale?
Not once the title is signed over and the car is handed over.
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About this page
This page summarizes official New Hampshire sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles, and does not file or prepare forms. Confirm each step with the agency before you sign, pay or mail anything. Found a mistake? Email mr@marcelruettgers.com.