Where to Sign

Louisiana car titles must be notarized.

1. Wait to sign until you are before a Notary.
2. Back of the title top right - sign name(s) on the line where it reads "Signature(s) of Seller(s)." Make sure title is signed legibly, exactly how your name is printed on the front.
3. Back of the title right below where you signed name(s) - print name(s) on the line where it reads "Printed Name(s) of Seller(s)."

Multiple Owners

All owners listed on the front of title must sign the title. Make sure to sign before a notary.

Lien or Bank Name on Title

If your Metairie title shows a lien or a bank name printed on the front, then your title will need to be signed off by the lien holder or have a separate lien release letter.

Duplicate Time In Person

7-10 Business Days

Duplicate Time Mail

7-10 Business Days

Duplicate Cost

$69

Metairie DMV

Office of Motor Vehicles, P.O. Box 64886, Baton Rouge, LA 70896

DMV Website