How Long Does It Take to Transfer a Car Title?

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Transferring a car title typically takes 1-7 days. For used cars undergoing local title transfer procedures, the process can usually be completed within one day if all required documents are in order. For out-of-town title transfers, which involve retrieving the vehicle's major and minor records, the process generally takes up to 7 working days. Documents required for individual-to-individual title transfer: Original and photocopies of the seller's and buyer's ID cards; Original and photocopies of the vehicle's original purchase invoice or previous transfer invoice; Original and photocopies of the vehicle's registration certificate; Original and photocopies of the vehicle's license; Used vehicle sales contract. Relevant regulations: "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations": Article 13: When a motor vehicle owner's residence changes beyond the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office, the office shall, within three days of accepting the application, record the changes in the motor vehicle registration certificate, reclaim the license plates and vehicle license, issue a temporary license plate valid for 30 days, and hand over the vehicle's records to the owner. The owner must apply for vehicle re-registration at the local vehicle management office within the validity period of the temporary license plate.