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Do I Need a Notary to Transfer a Car Title in Arizona?
If you are buying, selling, or transferring ownership of a vehicle in Arizona, you may be wondering whether you need a notary to complete the title transfer.
For most standard private-party vehicle sales in Arizona, a notary is not required when the current title is available and properly completed and signed. However, certain situations may require additional documentation, including a notarised title transfer or bill of sale.
Understanding when notarisation is required can help you avoid unnecessary delays and make your Arizona vehicle title transfer much easier.
Do You Need a Notary to Transfer a Car Title in Arizona?
In most standard vehicle sales, you do not need a notary to transfer a car title in Arizona.
When the current Arizona title is available, the buyer and seller generally need to complete the required sections correctly and provide the appropriate information and signatures. The completed paperwork can then be submitted through the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) or an authorised third-party MVD provider.
However, the requirements can be different when the original title is unavailable or when the vehicle transfer involves special circumstances.
For example, if an Arizona title record needs to be transferred but the paper title is not available, a Notarized Title Transfer (Bill of Sale), Form 38-1306, may be required.
Because the correct paperwork depends on your situation, it is important to check the specific requirements before completing the transfer.
When Is a Notary Required for an Arizona Vehicle Title?
A notary is generally not part of a normal private-party title transfer when the current title is available and correctly signed.
However, notarisation may be required when additional forms or special circumstances apply.
1. The Original Title Is Not Available
If the Arizona paper title is unavailable, you may need to use a notarised title transfer or bill of sale form, such as Form 38-1306, along with other required documentation.
This is one of the most important situations to understand before starting the transfer.
2. Power of Attorney Is Being Used
If someone is signing vehicle documents on behalf of the vehicle owner through a power of attorney, additional requirements may apply. Depending on the document being used, notarisation may be necessary to establish that the person signing has the proper authority.
3. Out-of-State Vehicle Titles
If the vehicle has a title issued by another state, the requirements may differ from those for an Arizona title.
Some states have their own notarisation requirements for vehicle titles. Before signing an out-of-state title, check the requirements for the state that issued the title to make sure the document will be accepted.
4. Special Ownership or Legal Situations
Vehicle transfers involving estates, inheritance, divorce, court orders, liens, or other unusual ownership circumstances may require additional forms or supporting documents.
In these situations, the normal title-transfer process may not be enough.
What Changed With Arizona Title Transfers?
Arizona changed its vehicle title transfer process in 2022, removing the notarisation requirement for most standard private-party title transfers.
This made ordinary vehicle sales simpler for Arizona buyers and sellers. Instead of requiring a notary for a standard transaction, the process generally focuses on having the correct title, accurate vehicle and owner information, and the required signatures.
Even though a notary is usually unnecessary for a standard transfer, special circumstances can still require notarised documents.
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