Death

Fri, 05/04/2018 - 12:00

Information about updating registration or title after the death of the owner. Includes Surviving Spouse Statement.

Thu, 09/22/2016 - 12:00

To add a transfer on death to a Vermont title

Requirements to Re-title/Register a Vehicle upon Death of Owner

Required Documents

The following documents are required to sell or assign the vehicle based upon the Rights of Survivorship (please note "Exceptions" below):

Vehicle is jointly titled to Tenants By The Entirety (spouses):

• A copy of the Death Certificate identifying the surviving spouse.

Vehicle  is jointly titled and title states ownership to be Joint Tenants or Partners: