VIN verification fee: $10.00 plus time and travel fee (determined by distance of travel).  

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When applying for title in Florida, ALL owners are required to sign a completed application for title (HSMV 82040). If an owner is unable to sign the form in the presence of a tax collector employee, he/she may sign his/her appropriate portion of the form and give to the co-owner for submission to the agency. Remember: proof of identity is required for all owners.

 *Vehicle identification number (VIN) verification is required for all USED motor vehicles not currently titled in Florida, including trailers with a weight of 2,000 pounds or more.

The VIN must be physically inspected by one of the following:

1. A law enforcement officer from any state.

2. A licensed Florida or out of state motor vehicle dealer. 
   NOTE: If the VIN is verified by an out of state motor vehicle dealer, the verification must be submitted on their letterhead stationery.

3. A Florida DMV Compliance Examiner/Inspector, DMV or tax collector employee.

4. A notary public commissioned by the state of Florida.

5. Provost Marshal (an officer who supervises the military police of a command) or a commissioned officer in active military service, with a rank of 2nd Lieutenant or higher or an LNC, "Legalman, Chief Petty Officer, E-7".

If the out-of-state title is currently in the possession of an out-of-state lienholder, the tax collector's office will assist you in contacting the lienholder to obtain the title. The lien will be recorded on the Florida title when issued and will be mailed to the lienholder.