Indiana requires all vehicles to be registered with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) to legally be driven on the state roadways. Form 205 is the Bureau of Motor Vehicles' application for an Indiana vehicle title.
State Form 205, Application for Certificate of Title for a Vehicle, or also referred to as the Indiana Duplicate Title Application Form, by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is a form that is used to request for a duplicate title when the original has been lost, destroyed, stolen, or becomes illegible.
One of the most essential documents you should always carry as a car owner is your car’s title. This is because it legally verifies that you are the rightful owner of the vehicle you have in possession. It is also an important document when you are transferring the ownership of your vehicle or when you are moving out of state. During these two situations, you also have to transfer your car title. So, What happens when your car title gets lost or damaged or the writing becomes illegible? All you need to do is to apply for a duplicate title. The Duplicate title is usually printed with the word “DUPLICATE” on its face. However, one should remember that applying for a duplicate will nullify the original title of your vehicle.
When applying for a duplicate title in Indiana you must be ready to provide the following:
State Form 205, Application for Certificate of Title for a Vehicle, or the Indiana Duplicate Title Application Form can be filed in person, through the mail, or online. Before applying, make sure to prepare the following details to avoid any delays:
It is noteworthy to keep your car title safe as this is an important document to prove and transfer car ownership. In addition, if you know where the original is, or if the original is still in good condition, you cannot request a duplicate title.
Applicant Signature
Affix the Applicant’s signature.
Printed Name
Enter your name in print.
Applicant Signature
Affix the Applicant’s signature.
Printed Name
Enter your name in print.
Date
Enter the date you filled out the form (month/day/year).
Transaction Number
Enter the transaction number.
Branch Number
Enter the branch number where the form is processed.
Invoice Number
Enter the invoice number.
Social Security Number/ Federal Identification Number
Enter your Social Security Number or your Federal Identification Number.
Name of Applicant
Enter your full name.
Residence Address
Enter the house number and the street of your residence.
City
Enter the city of your residence.
State
Enter the state of your residence.
ZIP Code
Enter the ZIP code of your residence.
Vehicle Identification Number
Enter your Vehicle Identification Number.
Vehicle Year
Enter the Year of your vehicle.
Vehicle Make
Enter the manufacturer of your vehicle.
Applicant Signature
Affix the Applicant’s signature.
Printed Name
Enter your name in print.
Vehicle Model
Enter the model of your vehicle.
Vehicle Type
Enter the type of your vehicle.
Odometer
Enter the amount of distance your vehicle has traveled as appears on your odometer.
Former Title Number
Enter the former title number of your vehicle.
Purchase Date
Enter the date you purchased your vehicle.
Lien
Enter “Y” if your vehicle has a lien; otherwise, enter “N”.
Speed
Enter “Y” if your vehicle has a speed title; otherwise, enter “N”.
Dealer Number
Enter the dealer number.
Holder of First Lien, Mortgage, or Other Encumbrance/ Special Mailing Address
Enter the name of the first lien, mortgage, or other encumbrance holders.
Mailing Address
Enter the residence number and the street of the first lien or mortgage holder.
City
Enter the city of the first lien or mortgage holder.
State
Enter the state of the first lien or mortgage holder.
ZIP Code
Enter the ZIP code of the first lien or mortgage holder.
Holder of Second Lien, Mortgage, or Other Encumbrance
Enter the name of the second lien, mortgage, or other encumbrance holders.
Mailing Address
Enter the residence number and the street of the second lien or mortgage holder.
City
Enter the city of the second lien or mortgage holder.
State
Enter the state of the second lien or mortgage holder.
ZIP Code
Enter the ZIP code of the second lien or mortgage holder.
License Number
Enter the license number of your vehicle.
License Year
Enter the license year of your vehicle.
Forms Used
Enter the forms used,
Gross Retail Use Tax Affidavit
This section states that you certify that you have paid the right amount of tax based on the usage or sales of the vehicle as indicated below.
Selling Price
Enter the selling price.
Less Trade-In/Discount
Enter the discounts you got for the vehicle.
Amount Subject to Tax
Enter the amount subject to tax.
Amount of Tax
Enter the amount of tax.
Dealer
Enter the dealer of the vehicle.
Branch
Enter the branch you got the vehicle at.
Exempt
Enter the exemptions.
Exemption Code
Enter the exemption code.
Once you are done and want to send the form via mail. Include a check of $15, for the application fee and mail it to:
Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles
100 N. Senate Ave.
Room N411
Indianapolis, IN 46204
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