Lost Car Title in Arizona: How to Replace It
Replacing a lost car title in Arizona costs $4, filed with Online via AZ MVD Now; Form 96-0236 for mail (online (azmvdnow.gov), mail, in-person), with typical processing of Online Title Summary instant; paper title mailed. That's the entire DIY cost — form-prep services charge $150+ for the same paperwork.
Verified against official Arizona sources · 2026-06-12 · Reviewed by the CarWhere Vehicle Data Team
State fee
$4
Form
Online via AZ MVD Now; Form 96-0236 for mail
How to file
online (azmvdnow.gov) · mail · in-person
Processing time
Online Title Summary instant; paper title mailed
Official source: azdot.gov
Buying or selling while the title's being replaced?
A missing title is the moment to check the vehicle itself. The $9.99 Full VIN Report shows the federal record — recalls, owner complaints, service bulletins — plus the original window sticker where available, before any money moves. Run the report →
FAQ
How much does a duplicate car title cost in Arizona?
$4, paid to the state with Online via AZ MVD Now; Form 96-0236 for mail. Verified against the Arizona titling agency, 2026-06-12. Form-prep services charge $150+ for this same paperwork; the state fee is all that's required.
How long does a replacement title take in Arizona?
Online Title Summary instant; paper title mailed, per the state's published guidance (available online (azmvdnow.gov), mail, in-person). Expedited options vary by state.
Can I sell a car in Arizona while the title is lost?
Generally no — you need the duplicate in hand first, and buyers should insist on it. If you're the buyer in this situation, run the VIN before money moves: the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report shows the federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) and the original window sticker where available, so you know what you're buying while the paperwork catches up.
Do I need a service to replace a lost title?
No. Replacing a lost title is a standard DMV transaction costing $4 that owners complete directly. Paid services charge $150+ to pre-fill the same public form — useful only if your situation is genuinely complicated (no proof of ownership, out-of-state liens, deceased owner).
Sources: fee, form, and timeline from the Arizona titling agency (linked above). Fees change by statute — always confirm against the official page before filing. Cite this page: CarWhere, "Lost Car Title in Arizona," carwhere.com/titles/lost-title/arizona, verified 2026-06-12.