Import a Vehicle From Texas

If you are importing a vehicle from the Lone Star state, you will need to understand a couple of unique Texas DMV requirements.

1. In Texas, simply signing off on the back of the Title certificate does not convey a transfer of ownership. To complete a transfer of ownership from the vehicle seller to the buyer, you will need to read this page on the Texas DMV site http://www.dot.state.tx.us/services/vehicle_titles_and_registration/vehicle_titles.htm Receipt of a Title in your name can take up to 2 weeks, so expect a short delay.

2. To become exempt from paying the state tax on the vehicle purchase - unless you have to register the vehicle in the state to take advantage of a dealership purchase incentive - you will have to complete this form http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxforms/14-312.pdf

Happy importing!