Virginia · Titles & temp tags

How duplicate titles and temporary tags work in Virginia.

Dealer‑focused view of VSA 67 replacement titles, Print‑on‑Demand (POD) temp tags, and three‑day trip permits so your deliveries stay legal.

High‑level dealer workflow Pairs with official Virginia references Not legal advice

Duplicate / replacement titles

Virginia duplicate & substitute title overview

The Virginia DMV issues both duplicate and substitute titles using Form VSA 67 – Application for Replacement and Substitute Titles. As a dealer, you should separate owner‑driven requests from dealer‑owned inventory processes.

Identify whether the situation calls for a replacement title (lost, stolen, destroyed) or a substitute title (corrections).
Have all owners listed on the current title sign VSA 67 and provide any required ID or lien information.
Submit the form and fee at a DMV Customer Service Center or by mail to the Titling Work Center.
For dealer‑owned units, ensure the dealership’s legal name matches DMV records exactly to avoid rejections.
Track pending replacement titles alongside temp‑tag expiration dates so you are not extending tags just to cover title delays.

Temporary tags / permits

Virginia POD temp tags & trip permits

Virginia licensed dealers use the DMV’s Print‑on‑Demand (POD) system to issue electronic temporary tags.

30‑day temporary tags – standard dealer temp tags following a retail sale.
5‑day temporary tags – used for short‑term moves and certain commercial situations.
All POD tags must be printed on authorized stock and tied to a complete title/registration packet.

Separate from dealer POD tags, Virginia also offers 3‑day trip permits for unregistered vehicles obtained directly from DMV, commonly used when moving inventory that is not yet sold.