How to transfer a car title in Oklahoma
For private sellers and buyers in Oklahoma. A dealer trade-in follows the dealer's own process.
To transfer a car title in Oklahoma, the seller signs the title in front of a notary. For an electronic title, the seller uses form 718 instead. The buyer pre-registers within two business days, then brings the papers to Service Oklahoma or a Licensed Operator and pays the $11 title fee, the $17 transfer fee and excise tax.
What do the buyer and seller each do in Oklahoma?
Seller
- Sign the assignment on the title in front of a notary.
- If the title is electronic, fill out and notarize Form 718 instead of signing a paper title.
- You may file the optional Notice of Transfer, Form 773, to record the sale.
Buyer
- Bring the notarized title (or Form 718), your ID, proof of insurance and proof of the price.
- Pre-register within two business days, and fully register within two months.
- Apply at Service Oklahoma on N Classen or a Licensed Operator, and pay the title fee, transfer fee and excise tax.
If you're not sure what you need, check with the Service Oklahoma before you go: oklahoma.gov
How do I sign over a car title in Oklahoma?
Step 1 · Seller
Sign the title in front of a notary.
The assignment must be notarized. For an electronic title, use Form 718 and have it notarized.
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File the optional Notice of Transfer.
Form 773 tells Service Oklahoma about the sale. It costs $10 and does not transfer the title.
773 · Notice of Transfer of Ownership of a Vehicleoklahoma.gov checked
We have not confirmed whether Oklahoma requires a bill of sale. Check with the Service Oklahoma before you sell.
Oklahoma bill of saleHow do I put a car title in my name in Oklahoma?
Step 1 · Buyer
Pre-register within two business days.
Then you have two months from the sale to fully register.
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Bring the papers.
The notarized title or Form 718, a driver license, proof of insurance and proof of the price, such as a bill of sale or Form 722-1.
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Apply with Form 701-6.
Go to Service Oklahoma on N Classen or a Licensed Operator.
701-6 · Application for Oklahoma Certificate of Title for a Vehicle, Trailer or Manufactured Homeoklahoma.gov checked
After Service Oklahoma processes your papers, it issues the new title in the new owner's name.
Oklahoma guides
How much does a title transfer cost in Oklahoma?
| Fee | Amount | Who pays | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title fee | $11 | Buyer | oklahoma.gov Checked |
| Transfer fee | $17 | Buyer | oklahoma.gov Checked |
| Excise tax | Not confirmed yet | Buyer | oklahoma.gov Checked |
| Notice of Transfer filing fee (optional, seller) (if it applies) | $10 | Seller | oklahoma.gov Checked |
| Total of required fees, before tax | $28 |
Fees can change. Check the official page before you pay. Tax depends on the price and on who is buying. The tax rules are on the site of the Service Oklahoma (vehicle excise tax).
Special cases
- Giving a car as a giftNot confirmed yet Gift steps for Oklahoma are being checked.
- Lost titleUse the Application for Duplicate Title (701-7).
- The owner diedThe steps depend on the estate and who the title names.
Common questions
How long does the buyer have in Oklahoma?
Two business days to pre-register, and two months from the sale to fully register.
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Does the title need a notary?
Yes. The assignment on the title must be notarized.
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Does the seller have to report the sale?
No. The Notice of Transfer, form 773, is optional and costs $10. It does not transfer the title.
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Sources for this page
- oklahoma.gov/content/
dam/ Checkedservice-oklahoma/ Documents/ mv-forms/ 2023/ 773%20Notice%20of%20Transfer%20of%20Ownership%20of%20a%20Vehicle%20R01-2023.pdf - oklahoma.gov/service/
all-services/ Checkedauto-vehicle/ fees.html - oklahoma.gov/service/
all-services/ Checkedauto-vehicle/ new-used-vehicle-registration.html - oklahoma.gov/service/
all-services/ Checkedauto-vehicle/ title-transfers.html - oklahoma.gov/service/
all-services/ Checkedauto-vehicle/ vehicle-titles.html
About this page
This page summarizes official Oklahoma sources in plain English. Car Title Steps is not a government website, is not connected to the Service Oklahoma, 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.