Kansas · Titles & temp tags

How duplicate titles and temporary permits work in Kansas.

Dealer-focused summary of Kansas duplicate title steps and the 60‑day, 72‑hour, and other temporary permits that apply after a sale.

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

Duplicate / replacement titles

Kansas duplicate title overview

Kansas titles are managed by the Division of Vehicles. When a title is lost, the owner can request a duplicate through the local county treasurer or the state using the standard title application process and paying the duplicate fee.

Verify that the vehicle was last titled in Kansas and determine whether the title is an electronic title (e‑title).
If the title is electronic and a paper version is needed (for example, to support an out-of-state move or lien release), the owner works with their county office using the state’s title forms.
Where a paper title was lost, the owner requests a duplicate; Kansas may require a lien release or TR‑39A documentation depending on the situation.

Train your team to identify e‑title vs paper title scenarios early; the 60‑day permit rules are slightly different when an electronic title is involved.

Temporary tags / permits

Kansas temporary registration permits

Kansas has several temporary registration permits that matter to dealers: 60‑day permits, 72‑hour permits, and other special-use permits.

For many used-vehicle purchases, a 60‑day permit can be issued so the buyer can operate the vehicle while final registration is completed.
Commercial moves may rely on 72‑hour permits or other short-term permits described in the Temporary Vehicle Registration Information (TR‑205) bulletin.
County treasurers and the Division of Vehicles also offer one‑day inspection permits and specialized permits for farm or commercial operations.

Your Kansas playbook should specify which permit you expect to use for each deal type, how to document TR‑205 rules, and how to avoid stacking permits in a way the state does not allow.