Replacement Title

SoCal Wildfires: Governor Newsom issued an order authorizing waivers for Californians impacted by the firestorms in the Los Angeles area. To assist in expediting the recovery, we have streamlined many services. See the Governor’s Executive Order (PDF).

DMV is in the community at local Disaster Recovery Centers in Pasadena and Los Angeles to assist in person. See the current DRC list.

Replacement items are generally delivered by mail. Update the US Postal Service with the correct address to forward your mail.

The DMV is here to help you get back on the road to recovery.

Start Replacement Title Request

Before you begin:

Gather the following information / documents:
- Your driver’s license or identification card.
- The last 5 digits of your vehicle identification number (VIN) or hull identification number (HIN) for a vessel/boat.
- The vehicle license plate number.

Note Visit the How To: Apply for a Replacement California Certificate of Title (HTVR 10) brochure for more information about replacement title.

FAQ for Californians impacted by the Southern California Wildfires

Is DMV at the FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Altadena and Los Angeles?

Yes. DMV is present at the Southern California Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs).

Locations:

Altadena Disaster Recovery Center
540 W. Woodbury Road
Altadena, CA 91001

UCLA Research Park
10850 W Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064

Hours of Operation: 9-8 daily/7 days a week/30-day minimum

Services available: Information requests; No-fee replacements for several vehicle registration, driver’s license, and identification products

What should I do if my vehicle was destroyed in the fire?

I lost my DMV documents and records in the wildfire. What should I do?

Which specific DMV documents can I replace? What fees are waived?

Californians impacted by the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia, and Woodley Fires in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties who lost their DMV documents in the wildfire or are late in renewing are eligible for waived fees for the following:

Replace Title
Paperless Title Certification
Transfer of Title with Duplicate Title
Registration Card
License Plates/Stickers
Transfer of Title with Paperless Title
CVRA Weight Decal
Vessel Certificate of Number

Disabled Person Identification Card
Disabled Person Parking Placard
Replace Driver’s License or ID Card
Replace Occupational License
Vehicle Registration Fee not waived
Vehicle Registration Renewal Fee not waived
Planned Nonoperation

If your DMV documents were lost or destroyed, replacement title with a fee waiver can be requested online; the website is mobile-friendly. You may also visit a DMV office to replace other documents and have applicable fees waived.

Which documents do I need when replacing my paperwork?

What if my documents were destroyed?

Where can I find the nearest DMV office or Disaster Recovery Center (DRC)?

Do I need to make an appointment to replace my documents?

Can I complete the replacement process online?

Is there a way to receive important notices electronically?

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

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Replacement Title

Before you begin:

FAQ for Californians impacted by the Southern California Wildfires