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Louisiana
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
DMV website
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Title transfer form
DPSMV 1799
Days to transfer title
40 days
Bill of sale
Required
Notarization
Required
Sales tax
4.45% state + local (often 9-10%).
Highlights
- Bill of sale (DPSMV 1799) requires notarization OR two witnesses.
- Title transfer must include lien release if applicable.
Services
Title Transfer
Transfer ownership to a buyer after a private sale.
Registration Renewal
Annual or biennial vehicle registration renewal.
Duplicate Title
Replace a lost, stolen, or damaged title.
Lien Release
Record a paid-off loan and remove the lienholder.
Out-of-State Registration
Register a vehicle titled in another state after moving.
Salvage / Rebuilt Title
Process for vehicles declared total loss.
Personalized Plates
Apply for custom or vanity license plates.
Dealer License
Become a licensed retail or wholesale dealer.
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