Adding or Removing a name from a South Dakota title

In order to add or remove a name from the ownership on a title, the original paper title is required along with the current odometer mileage for vehicles\motorcycles 20 years old or newer. If there is a lien holder, you will have to request the original paper title and get a signed letter of authorization from the lien holder allowing the change.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Below, you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about adding and removing names from South Dakota titles in Pennington County.

If you have additional questions not answered here please call our office at 605-394-2163 from 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm MDT Monday through Thursday or send us a message through our Contact Us page.

What documents are required to add or remove a name on a vehicle title?

How should the title be completed when adding or removing a name?

Is there a fee for adding or removing a name on a vehicle title?

How to fill out the Motor Vehicle and Boat Title Application

When is an odometer disclosure required and how to fill it out?

The title is currently in my name, can I put it in the name of a trust?