Lost Car Title in Maine: How to Replace It
Replacing a lost car title in Maine costs $33, filed with MVT-8, Duplicate Title Application (online (Maine.gov service, $46 total incl. rush + service charge), mail (BMV Title Services, Augusta)), with typical processing of 5-8 business days standard; 3-5 with $10 expedite. That's the entire DIY cost — form-prep services charge $150+ for the same paperwork.
Verified against official Maine sources · 2026-06-12 · Reviewed by the CarWhere Vehicle Data Team
State fee
$33
Form
MVT-8, Duplicate Title Application
How to file
online (Maine.gov service, $46 total incl. rush + service charge) · mail (BMV Title Services, Augusta)
Processing time
5-8 business days standard; 3-5 with $10 expedite
Official source: www.maine.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 Maine?
$33, paid to the state with MVT-8, Duplicate Title Application. Verified against the Maine 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 Maine?
5-8 business days standard; 3-5 with $10 expedite, per the state's published guidance (available online (Maine.gov service, $46 total incl. rush + service charge), mail (BMV Title Services, Augusta)). Expedited options vary by state.
Can I sell a car in Maine 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 $33 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 Maine titling agency (linked above). Fees change by statute — always confirm against the official page before filing. Cite this page: CarWhere, "Lost Car Title in Maine," carwhere.com/titles/lost-title/maine, verified 2026-06-12.