Does a Texas Car Title Need to Be Notarized?
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No. Texas has not required notarization of title assignments since 1990. The seller signs and dates the back of the title and gives it to the buyer. The buyer files Form 130-U, Application for Texas Title and/or Registration, with the county tax office (TxDMV: Buying or Selling a Vehicle; TxDMV forms).
Steps
- Seller signs and prints their name on the title assignment and records the odometer reading if required.
- Both parties complete Form 130-U.
- The buyer files at the county tax assessor-collector office.
When you do need a notary
- A power of attorney to sign for someone else. Use TxDMV's forms or ask the county office. See power of attorney.
- Affidavits and other supporting forms, if the form itself has a notary block.
For those, Texas notaries may charge up to $10 for the first signature; see Texas notary fees. Online options: Notarize · NotaryLive.