How to Transfer Illinois Title

How do I transfer the title of my vehicle in Illinois (IL)?

• The state of Illinois DOES require a Certificate of Title in order to transfer ownership of your vehicle.
• In order to complete your the sale of your Illinois vehicle, you must transfer your title by entering the name of the buyer/purchaser in the buyer/purchaser field. Please PRINT and SIGN your name in the seller/owner field EXACTLY as it appears at the top of the title.
• License plates must be removed at time of pickup.  
• For detailed instructions on how to properly fill out and transfer your Illinois title, see the title samples below.

Helpful State Links

Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles
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Illinois Secretary of State