Title Examination and Information Unit

 

CURRENT WAIT TIMES FOR PROCESSING OF MOTOR VEHICLE TITLES
Regular Issue Title
Rush Title and Rush Duplicate
Duplicate Title
2 weeks 3-5 Business Days 5-8 Business Days
All time frames are based upon receipt of accurately completed applications within the production unit and are exclusive of mail time.

 

 

 

 

 

BMV is in the process of launching the Electronic Lien Titling Program (ELT).

The Electronic Lien Titling Program allows lenders to receive lien and title information electronically, eliminating the need for paper titles.  Click here to learn more about the program.

 

Online Title Replacement Service

Vehicles that are 25 model years and newer are required to have a title in the State of Maine (1998 model year and newer).

  • As of October 25, 2023, vehicles that are 1997 model year and older are title exempt.
  • As of January 1, 2024, vehicles that are 1998 model year and older are title exempt.
  • As of January 1, 2025, vehicles that are 1999 model year and older are title exempt.

Titles are issued for the following types of vehicles:

  • All motor vehicles except special mobile equipment;
  • Trailers over 3,000 lbs. (unladen weight)
  • Motorcycles with engines 300 CC and over

For additional information, please select from the topics below:

Contact information for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles Title Examination and Information Unit is: (207) 624-9000, extension 52138. Email: titles.bmv@maine.gov

Title Division
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
29 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0029