What to Do When a Vehicle’s Owner Is Deceased
Once a vehicle owner has passed away, the process for transferring the car title of the deceased person varies.
Types of Title Certificates
Antique Auto
Is defined in 29-A MRSA, Section 101, subsection 3, as “Any automobile or truck manufactured in or after model year 1916 that is more than 35 years old or is 35 years old or less and more than 25 years old and was registered in the State as an antique vehicle prior to January 2025; equipped with an engine manufactured either at the same time as the vehicle or to the specifications of the original engine; substantially maintained in original or restored condition, and used primarily for exhibitions, club activities, parades or events of public intere
I Need Information About Replacing a Title, Salvage Title, or Certificate of Title
Applying for a Certificate of Title, Salvage Title, or Duplicate Title
Certificate of Title
An application for a Maine certificate of title can be obtained by contacting the Title Unit in Augusta or by visiting any of our motor vehicle branch office locations.
Titles
Current Wait Times for Processing of Motor Vehicle Titles
These times reflect receipt of an accurately completed application by the Title Division and exclude mailing time.
Petroleum, Waste Oil, and Solid Waste Carriers
Petroleum, waste oil and solid waste carriers must contact the Department of Environmental Protection at 207-287-7688 for information about the required licenses. Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations may also apply to motor vehicles of any size which transport certain hazardous materials, waste, or substances, including bulk cryogenic liquids. Contact the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Office for further information.
International Fuel Tax Agreement In State
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International Fuel Tax Agreement Out of State
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Fuel Tax Licensing and Reporting
Telephone: 207-624-9000, ext. 52136
Fax: 207-624-9062
Canadian Weight Limit Permits
The purpose of this program is to authorize the operation of two vehicle configurations at certain Canadian weight limits between the Canadian border at Calais to the Domtar Mill in Baileyville; from the Canadian border at Madawaska to the Fraser Paper facility; and from the Canadian border at Van Buren to the rail yard in Van Buren. For definitions and the entire rule, please refer to Chapter 170 (Word).
United States Department of Transportation Number
USDOT numbers are issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and can be obtained online at https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/do-i-need-usdot-number
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration:
Phone: 800-832-5660
To e-mail FMCSA a question: https://ask.fmcsa.dot.gov/app/ask/