Delaware · Titles & temp tags

How duplicate titles and temporary tags work in Delaware.

Dealer-focused overview of Delaware’s MV213 duplicate title process and DMV-issued temp tags for residents and out-of-state buyers.

High-level dealer workflow Pairs with official Delaware references Not legal advice

Duplicate / replacement titles

Delaware duplicate title overview

Delaware duplicate titles are processed by the DMV using Form MV213 – Application for Duplicate Title.

Have the owner of record complete MV213 with the VIN, vehicle details, and current owner information.
Delaware DMV requires specific fields to be completed, including odometer and lien details where applicable.
Submit MV213 and the fee at a DMV office or by mail according to the instructions on the form.
The duplicate title is issued to the owner or lienholder of record; dealers should verify who will receive it and plan deliveries accordingly.

In wholesale or auction scenarios, make sure the contract clearly states which party files MV213 and how long they have to produce a negotiable Delaware title.

Temporary tags / permits

Delaware DMV temporary tags

Delaware issues various temporary tags directly through DMV offices.

DMV can issue temporary tags to allow buyers to drive vehicles that will be titled in another state; these 5‑day tags are used when the vehicle is sold out of state and the buyer needs to get it home.
Temporary tag FAQs explain how to obtain a replacement temp tag if one is lost, and what documentation (insurance, ID, registration card) is required.
Licensed Delaware dealers work with DMV systems to issue temp tags that match each sale; numbers and expiration dates should be logged in your DMS.

Build a checklist for out-of-state sales so your team knows when a 5‑day Delaware tag is appropriate versus when the buyer should rely on their home state’s permits.