Auto Title and Divorce
Vehicle title transfers relating to divorce in Austin, TX / Travis County
In the case of a divorce your vehicle title can be transferred.
If the Divorce Decree awards the vehicle to you, you must surrender a certified copy of the Divorce Decree to apply for title. If the Divorce Decree does not award the vehicle to you, your ex-spouse must properly assign the title to you.
> WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Title and registration requirements:
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Divorce Decree
It will need to be an original document. -
Safety Inspection
Proof of passing safety inspection - Link -
Insurance
Proof of liability insurance that meets Texas liability standards. Individual applying for title transfer must be listed on policy. Digital proof is acceptable. -
Form 130-U
Completed Application for Texas Title and/or Registration - Link - signed by buyer and seller -
Title
Original title properly signed by the buyer and seller -
ID
Valid US Government-issued photo ID or Passport
Title Transfer Only. You may transfer a title without registration. Requirements:
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Original title
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Form 130-U
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ID
Vehicle Title & Registration Services
for Austin TX and Travis County
> FEES
All stated fees are estimates. There are many variables and special circumstances which can affect the final cost.
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Sales tax
Calculated based on sale price or 80% SPV (whichever is higher) - Link -
Registration fee - $80
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Title fee - $33
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Convenience fee - $30
Title and registration - $150* before taxes
Title transfer only - $55*
* Fees are exactly the same as you would pay at Travis County Tax Office / TxDMV with the exception of our convenience fee. Stated fees are estimates only and do not include any applicable late fees or credit/debit card transaction fees. Exact costs will be determined at time of transaction.
> NOTICES
We are able to provide title and registration services for cars, trucks, RV’s, motorcycles, etc.
Centex Auto Title is a privately owned, for-profit business licensed to provide services on behalf of Travis County and TxDMV. If you prefer not to pay convenience fees you may complete all services we provide at the Travis County Tax Office.
See our FAQs page for answers to common questions.
