$10.00 TITLE fee, $7.00 LIEN notation (signed security agreement showing name of lienholder and vehicle used as collateral required), $14.00 Duplicate
title (or spoiled)
What vehicles need a federal odometer statement?
Vehicles that are 10 model years old or newer. Currently 1996 to present.
My vehicle has an out-of-state title, does it need to be inspected in order to register it?
Yes.
I am moving in from another state, what do I need to obtain Nebraska plates?
Original out-of-state title, proof of insurance, vehicle inspection ticket, and security agreement (if lien).
I am a non-resident (military) and have another state title and registration, do I need to change to a Nebraska title?
No, you will need proof of registration, insurance, Military ID, and the last end-of-month L.E.S. statement so that we can register your non-resident vehicle.
What does the vehicle inspection entail?
Only the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is checked to ensure that it matches the title. The VIN is also checked for stolen vehicles.
What is the fee for an inspection?
$10.00
Does Nebraska require a notary to transfer title?
No, not since July 16, 1994.
Are the vehicle inspection and treasurer's offices
(plates and registration) open the same hours as your office?
Yes.
Is vehicle inspection in the same building as the
County Clerk?
Yes, it is located on the southeast side of the main courthouse.
My title reads "OR/AND OR", do both of us
have to sign-off the title?
Yes, Nebraska requires signatures of ALL persons listed
to transfer ownership.
What is required to note a lien?
A signed copy of the security agreement or contract between
buyer and lien holder and the $7.00 fee.
I have paid off my vehicle and the bank has sent me
the title, do I need to do anything with the County Clerk's office?
Yes, the original title must be brought in (or mailed in)
to the County Clerk's office for release. The title can be taken to any County
Clerk's office in the state. There is no fee for lien release.
Do I need to change my title when I move from one
county in Nebraska to another?
No, Nebraska titles are valid in any county in the state.
Can I pay for title and plates with my credit card?
No. Cash, local check, or money orders will be accepted.
I have signed-off a title on the wrong line, can I
cross it out and sign on the correct line?
No, erasures or alterations VOID a Nebraska title. A spoiled
(duplicate) must be issued.
Can I get a duplicate title from another county?
Yes, beginning January 2, 2003 you can obtain a duplicate
Nebraska title in any county.
I have a lien on my out-of-state title, how can I
register my vehicle?
We need the name and address of your lien holder and the
vehicle registration. We will send for the original title and security agreement.
Upon receipt of this paperwork you will be send a post card notifying you
that the vehicle must be inspected. The Nebraska title will be issued and
sent back to the lien holder. A licensing copy will be available for you to
obtain your plates. There is a $17.00 title/lien notation fee.
Can my lien holder fax a copy of my title to issue
the new Nebraska title?
No, the original documents are needed to issue a new Nebraska
title.
I changed my name as a result of marriage, divorce,
or etc. Do I need to change my title or registration?
Change as a result of divorce; the party receiving the vehicle
should bring a copy of the divorce settlement and the old title and obtain
a new title and registration.
If due to marriage it is up to the individual. However,
to change the name on the registration requires that the title be changed
also. Bring the old title and certified marriage license to obtain a new title
and registration. If name is changed for another legal reason, bring in the
certifying document for our review.
One of the owners on the vehicle is deceased. Do I
need to change the title or registration?
That is up to the remaining owner(s). However, to
change the registration the title must be changed. Bring in the old title
and death certificate to change the title and registration.
Mail Title Desk Phone 402/593-2108
Fax 402/593-4360 Office is open to the public
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8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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