Change your name on a vehicle or boat

Learn how to update your name on a vehicle or boat.

How to change your name on a personal vehicle or boat record

Follow these steps to update your name on a personal vehicle registration.

1. Gather the required documents

You'll need all of the following to update your name with us:

Your vehicle or boat title

You must bring the original copy of your vehicle or boat title. We do not accept photocopies.

If you don't have the title, complete an Affidavit of Loss/Release of Interest form. You must print this form on white paper.

A Vehicle Title Application or Vessel Title Application

You must print these forms on white paper. Choose the form that is appropriate for you.

Documentation of your name change

Provide proof of one of the following as documentation of your name change:

2. Submit your documents and the fee

Submit your documents and cash, a check, or a money order for the fee to any vehicle licensing office or Quick Title office in person or by mail:

Application & Issuance
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9043
Olympia, WA 98507-8500

How to change the business name on a company vehicle record

Follow these steps to change the business name on a company vehicle.

1. Gather the required documents

  • Current Washington title for the vehicle (we do not accept photocopies)
  • Documentation from the Secretary of State's Office showing you've changed your company name
  • A Declaration of Use Tax form from the Department of Revenue (DOR)
  • A copy of the business license in the new business name with the same UBI number (contact the DOR if you have questions about your UBI)

2. Complete the appropriate form

Choose the form that applies to your situation. You must print these forms on white paper.

3. Submit your documents and the fee

Submit your documents and cash, a check, or a money order for the fee to any vehicle licensing office or Quick Title office in person or by mail:

Application & Issuance
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9043
Olympia, WA 98507-8500

Fees and wait times

When you update your name, you will need new copies of your registration and title.

Options and fees
Type of document Fee When you'll get it
Registration
Available at any vehicle licensing office.
$14.50 Given to you immediately
Name change: Regular title
Available at any vehicle licensing office.
$35.50 — Vehicles
$26.75 — Boats
Mailed to you in 4-6 weeks
Name change: Quick Title
Available only at Quick Title offices.
Quick titles aren't available for vehicles or boats:
  • Reported stolen
  • As insurance or wrecker destroyed
  • With a "WA rebuilt" on the title
$85.50 — Vehicles
$76.75 — Boats
Mailed or given to you immediately

Update your Good To Go! account

If you have a Good To Go! electronic tolling pass, be sure to update the contact information on your account with the Department of Transportation. Update your Good To Go! account online, or call 866-936-8246.

Terms we use

Record

This is the information we have about your vehicle or boat, such as your name, address, endorsements, restrictions, etc.

Title

This document is your proof of ownership. It is issued when you first purchase your vehicle or boat.

Do not keep your title in your vehicle or boat. Store it in a safe place.

Registration

This is the document you sign when you renew your vehicle tabs or boat decals each year. Keep this in your vehicle.

Need additional help? Here's how to contact us:

call Phone: 360-902-3770
(TTY: Call 711)
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