Car Driving in Arizona

September 5, 2025

How To Sign An Arizona Title

Your Arizona title is a legal document, and any errors in completing it could make it invalid—meaning you’d need to obtain a duplicate. To avoid delays or complications when donating, please carefully read all instructions and tips before signing.

Do Not Void Your Title 

  • Use only black or blue pen
  • Do not use highlighter or white-out. 
  • No scribbles, write-overs, strikethroughs, or tears
  • Do not sing in the Dealer Reassignment section, unless you’re an authorized dealer

If your Arizona title looks different from the example shown below, take a moment to review it closely before moving forward. The placement of the signature and printed name fields may vary, but you are still required to print and sign your name in the correct designated sections.

Arizona Car Title Sample Front Side

AZ title Back Sample Cars2Charities

The person(s) named on the front of the Arizona title must follow these steps:

  1. Sign the back of the Arizona title where it reads “SIGNATURE(S) of Seller(s).”
  2. Print name(s) on the back of the Arizona title where it reads “PRINTED NAME(S) of Seller(s).”
  3. If there is a lien listed on the Arizona title, it must be released on the title or accompanied by a separate lien release letter.

Signature Tips

The name(s) used to sign the Arizona title must exactly match the name(s) shown on the title. If you have changed your name since the title was issued, do not sign with your new name. Go ahead and sign with the name shown on the title. 

If there are two owners on the Arizona title, one or both must sign, depending on how the names appear in the title. 

  • Owner 1 OR Owner 2 – Only ONE owner must sign
  • Owner 1 AND/OR Owner 2 – BOTH owners must sign (unless one is deceased)
  • Owner 1 AND Owner 2 – BOTH owners must sign
  • Owner 1 Owner 2 (No conjunction) – BOTH owners must sign

Don’t worry about the Buyer line; you should leave that blank.

Replacement Arizona Title

If you need a replacement Arizona title before your car donation pickup, please use the link below.

Final steps to complete my car donation.

What do I do with my license plates?

  • You can turn your plates in to the Department of Motor Vehicles or transfer the plates to a different vehicle. Please contact the Arizona DMV if you want to transfer your plates.

Is there anything else I need to do?

  • Please file a “Sold Notice” on the Arizona DMV website or at the Arizona DMV.