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The 130U form is an essential document for anyone looking to register or obtain a title for a vehicle in Texas. This form serves multiple purposes, allowing applicants to apply for title and registration, title only, or registration for non-title vehicles. It requires detailed information about the vehicle, including its identification number, make, model, and odometer reading, as well as the applicant's personal details, such as name, address, and type of applicant—whether individual, business, or government entity. Additionally, the form addresses various scenarios, such as correcting an existing title, transferring ownership, or registering vehicles that do not require a title. Applicants must provide supporting documents, pay applicable fees, and ensure that all information is accurate, as falsifying details can lead to serious legal consequences. Understanding the requirements and processes associated with the 130U form is crucial for a smooth and successful vehicle registration experience in Texas.

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Application for Texas Title and/or Registration

Applying for (please check one):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAX OFFICE USE ONLY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Title & Registration

☐ Title Only

☐ Registration Purposes Only

☐ Nontitle Registration

 

County

:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For a corrected title or registration, check reason:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Doc #:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Vehicle Description ☐ Add/Remove Lien ☐ Other:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

.

☐ SPV

☐ Appraisal Value $

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Vehicle Identification Number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Year

 

3. Make

 

 

 

4. Body Style

 

5. Model

 

 

 

 

6. Major Color

 

7. Minor Color

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8. Texas License Plate No.

9. Odometer Reading (no tenths)

10. This is the Actual Mileage unless the mileage is:

 

11. Empty Weight

 

 

12. Carrying Capacity (if any)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Not Actual ☐ Exceeds Mechanical Limits

☐ Exempt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13. Applicant Type

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14. Applicant Photo ID Number or FEIN/EIN

 

 

☐ Individual

☐ Business

☐ Government

☐ Trust

 

 

☐ Non-Profit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15. ID Type ☐ U.S. Driver License/ID Card (issued by:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

)

 

 

☐ NATO ID

 

 

 

☐ U.S. Dept. of State ID

 

 

 

☐ Passport (issued by:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

)

 

 

☐ U.S. Military ID

☐ U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security ID

 

 

 

☐ U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services/DOJ ID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Other Military Status of Forces Photo ID

 

 

 

 

 

16.

Applicant First Name (or Entity Name)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Middle Name

 

 

 

 

 

Last Name

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suffix (if any)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17.

Additional Applicant First Name (if applicable)

Middle Name

 

 

 

 

 

Last Name

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suffix (if any)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18.

Applicant Mailing Address

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

Zip

 

19. Applicant County of Residence

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.

Previous Owner Name (or Entity Name)

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

21. Dealer GDN (if applicable)

22. Unit No. (if applicable)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23.

Renewal Recipient First Name (or Entity Name) (if different)

Middle Name

 

 

 

 

 

Last Name

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suffix (if any)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24.

Renewal Notice Mailing Address (if different)

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zip

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

25. Applicant Phone Number (optional)

26. Email (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

27. Registration Renewal eReminder

 

28. Communication Impediment?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Yes (Provide Email in #26)

 

☐ Yes (Attach Form VTR-216)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

29.

Vehicle Location Address (if different)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zip

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30.

Multiple (Additional) Liens

 

 

31. Electronic Title Request

32. Certified/eTitle Lienholder ID Number (if any)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

33. First Lien Date (if any)

 

 

☐Yes (Attach Form VTR-267)

 

 

☐Yes (Cannot check #30)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

34.

First Lienholder Name (if any)

 

 

 

Mailing Address

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zip

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35.

Check only if applicable:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOTOR VEHICLE TAX STATEMENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

I hold Motor Vehicle Retailer (Rental) Permit No.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and will satisfy the minimum tax liability (V.A.T.S., Tax Code §152.046[c])

 

☐

I am a dealer or lessor and qualify to take the Fair Market Value Deduction (V.A.T.S., Tax Code, §152.002[c]). GDN or Lessor Number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

36.

Trade-In (if any)

Year

 

 

 

 

Make

Vehicle Identification Number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

37. Additional Trade-In(s)

 

 

☐ Yes (Complete)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐ Yes

 

38.

Check only if applicable:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SALES AND USE TAX COMPUTATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

(a) Sales Price ($

 

 

 

rebate has been deducted)

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

$90 New Resident Tax – (Previous State)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(b) Less Trade-in

Amount, described in Box 36 above

$ (

 

 

)

☐

$5 Even Trade Tax

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(c) For Dealers/Lessors/Rental ONLY – Fair Market Value

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

$10 Gift Tax – Attach Comptroller Form 14-317

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deduction, described in Box 36 above

 

 

 

 

 

 

$ (

)

☐

$65 Rebuilt Salvage Fee

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(d) Taxable Amount (Item a minus Item b or Item c)

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

2.5% Emissions Fee (Diesel Vehicles 1996 and Older > 14,000 lbs.)

 

 

(e)

6.25% Tax on Taxable Amount (Multiply Item d by .0625)

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

1 % Emissions Fee (Diesel Vehicles 1997 and Newer > 14,000 lbs.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(f)

 

 

☐ 5% or ☐

 

 

 

 

 

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

Exemption claimed under the Motor Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Law

 

 

 

 

Late Tax Payment Penalty

10%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

because:

 

 

 

(g)

Tax Paid to

 

 

 

 

 

 

(STATE)

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

☐

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(h) AMOUNT OF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

$28 or $33 Application Fee for Texas Title

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAX AND PENALTY DUE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Item e plus Item f minus Item g)

 

 

 

 

 

 

$

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Contact your county tax assessor-collector for the correct fee.)

 

 

 

 

 

CERTIFICATION – State law makes falsifying information a third degree felony

I certify all statements in this document are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and I am eligible for title and/or registration (as applicable). I also certify (check if applicable): ☐ I have physically inspected the vehicle described and verified the vehicle identification number above. ☐ The vehicle is unrecovered stolen, and I am unable to verify the vehicle identification number above. ☐ I am applying for a corrected title and the original Texas Certificate of Title is lost or destroyed.

Signature(s) of Seller(s), Donor(s), or Trader(s)

Printed Name(s) (Same as Signature(s))

Date

Signature of Applicant/Owner

Printed Name (Same as Signature)

Date

Signature(s) of Additional Applicant(s)/Owner(s)

Printed Name(s) (Same as Signature(s))

Date

Form 130-U Rev 01/25

Form available online at www.TxDMV.gov

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Application for Texas Title and/or Registration

General Instructions

With a few exceptions, you are entitled to be informed about the information the department collects about you. The Texas Government Code entitles you to receive and review the information and to request that the department correct any information about you that is incorrect. Please contact the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles at 1-888-368-4689 or 512-465-3000 for details.

This form must be completed and submitted to a county tax assessor-collector's office accompanied by any required application fee, supporting documents, registration fee, if applicable, and any motor vehicle tax due. An application form may be reproduced or faxed. A completed form must contain the original signature of the buyer. The seller's signature may be reproduced or faxed. All title applications must include one of the government-issued photo IDs listed in Box 15. Detailed instructions for completing this form are located in the Detailed Instructions for Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form VTR-130-UIF).

AVAILABLE HELP

•For assistance in completing this form, contact your county tax assessor-collector.

•For information about motor vehicle sales and use tax or emission fees, contact the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Tax Assistance Section, at 1-800-252-1382 toll free nationwide or call 512-463-4600.

•For title or registration information, contact your county tax assessor-collector or the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles at 1-888-368-4689 or 512-465-3000.

Additional Details

Title Only: License plates and registration insignia previously issued for this motor vehicle must be surrendered in accordance with Transportation Code §501.0275, if applicable, unless this vehicle displays a license plate under an applicable status of forces agreement. The following types of vehicles are not eligible for Title Only: construction machinery (unconventional vehicles), water well drilling units, machinery used exclusively for drilling water wells, construction machinery not designed to transport persons or property, implements of husbandry, farm equipment (including combines), golf carts, slow moving vehicles, or any vehicle with a suspended or revoked title. Registration Purposes Only: Do not surrender an original out of state title with this application. A Texas title will NOT be issued for a vehicle applying for Registration Purposes Only. The receipt issued upon filing this application will serve as the registration receipt and proof of application for Registration Purposes Only.

•Foreign Vehicles: Foreign vehicles applying for Registration Purposes Only must attach DOT Form HS-7 or U.S. Customs Form CF-7501 to

indicate the vehicle is: 1) over 25 years old, or 2) complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, or 3) is being imported in the United States for a temporary period by a nonresident or a member of the armed forces of a foreign country on assignment in the U.S., and does not conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Standards and cannot be sold in the U.S.

Nontitle Registration: Certain trailers, farm equipment, construction machinery, oil well servicing machinery, water well drilling units, etc. are either exempt from, or not eligible for title, but are eligible for, or required to, obtain registration or a specialty plate in order to operate on the highway. Applicants should mark this box only when applicable. Note: A lien cannot be recorded on this type of application.

Notice

•The sales and use tax must be paid to the county tax assessor-collector within 30 days from the date of purchase or entry of the vehicle into Texas.

•A $2.50 transfer fee is paid to transfer current registration to the new owner in addition to the title application fee and other applicable fees. If the registration is not current, full registration fees are due unless applying for Title Only.

•A 6.25 percent motor vehicle sales and use tax is imposed on the sales price (less trade-in allowance) of motor vehicles for use in Texas or a motor vehicle purchased outside of the state and later brought into this state by a Texas resident.

•Standard Presumptive Value (SPV) applies to private-party sales of most used motor vehicles purchased or brought into Texas. The tax is computed on the greater of the sales price or 80 percent of the SPV on the day of title application.

•New Texas residents are subject to a $90 use tax on a vehicle brought into this state that was previously registered to the new resident in another state or foreign country. This is in lieu of the 6.25 percent use tax imposed on a Texas resident.

•A $10 gift tax is due when a person receives a motor vehicle as a gift from an immediate family member, guardian, or a decedent's estate. A vehicle donated to, or given by, a non-profit service organization qualifying under IRC 501(c)(3) is also taxed as a gift. Both donor and recipient must sign the Comptroller's joint affidavit, Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Gift Transfer (Form 14-317). The affidavit and the title application must be submitted in person by either the donor or recipient.

•A transaction in which a motor vehicle is transferred to another person without payment of consideration and one that does not qualify as a gift described above is a sale and will be subject to tax calculated on the vehicle's standard presumptive value.

•A late penalty equal to 5 percent of the tax will be charged if the tax or surcharge is paid from 1 to 30 calendar days late. If more than 30 calendar days late, the penalty will be 10 percent of the tax; minimum penalty is $1.

•In addition to the late tax payment penalty, Texas Transportation Code provides for an escalating delinquent transfer penalty of up to $250 for failure to apply for title within 30 days from the date of title assignment. Submit this application along with proper evidence of ownership and appropriate valid proof of financial responsibility such as a liability insurance card or policy.

•All new residents applying for a Texas title and registration for a motor vehicle must file at a county tax assessor-collector’s office within 30 days of establishing residency. Texas law requires that all vehicles previously registered and titled or registered in another state or country must have the vehicle identification number verified before such vehicles may be registered in Texas. The verification may occur through an emissions inspection performed by a state appointed inspection station, or through self-certification by the applicant on this form.

Form 130-U Rev 01/25

Form available online at www.TxDMV.gov

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Form Specifications

Fact Name Description
Purpose of Form The 130-U form is used to apply for a Texas title and/or registration for a motor vehicle.
Governing Law This form is governed by the Texas Transportation Code, specifically sections related to vehicle registration and titling.
Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be eligible for title and/or registration, and the form must be signed by the buyer.
Required Information Applicants must provide details such as vehicle identification number, make, model, and applicant information.
Submission Requirements The completed form must be submitted to the county tax assessor-collector along with any applicable fees and supporting documents.
Tax Obligations A 6.25% motor vehicle sales and use tax applies to the sales price, and must be paid within 30 days of purchase.
Signature Requirement The application must contain the original signature of the buyer, while the seller's signature may be reproduced.

130U: Usage Guidelines

Completing the 130U form is an essential step in the process of obtaining a Texas title and/or registration for a vehicle. After filling out the form, it must be submitted to the county tax assessor-collector along with any required fees and supporting documents. This ensures that the application is processed efficiently and accurately.

  1. Begin by checking the appropriate box for what you are applying for: Title & Registration, Title Only, Registration Purposes Only, or Nontitle Registration.
  2. Indicate the county in which you are applying.
  3. If applicable, check the reason for a corrected title or registration and provide the document number.
  4. Fill in the vehicle description, including the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), year, make, body style, model, major color, minor color, Texas license plate number, odometer reading, empty weight, and carrying capacity.
  5. Indicate whether the mileage is actual or not, and if it exceeds mechanical limits or is exempt.
  6. Select the applicant type: Individual, Business, Government, Trust, or Non-Profit.
  7. Provide the applicant's photo ID number or FEIN/EIN.
  8. Choose the ID type from the list provided.
  9. Enter the applicant's first name, middle name, last name, and suffix, if applicable.
  10. If there is an additional applicant, fill in their details as well.
  11. Provide the applicant's mailing address, including city, state, and zip code.
  12. Specify the applicant's county of residence.
  13. Fill in the previous owner's name and city/state, if applicable.
  14. If applicable, provide the dealer GDN and unit number.
  15. Indicate the renewal recipient's name and mailing address if different from the applicant.
  16. Optionally, include the applicant's phone number and email address.
  17. Check if a registration renewal eReminder is desired.
  18. Indicate if there is a communication impediment and provide necessary details.
  19. Provide the vehicle location address if different from the mailing address.
  20. List any additional liens and provide the electronic title request details, if applicable.
  21. Complete the certification section, ensuring all statements are true and correct.
  22. Sign and date the application, including signatures of any additional applicants.

Your Questions, Answered

What is the purpose of the 130U form?

The 130U form, officially known as the Application for Texas Title and/or Registration, is used by individuals or entities to apply for a title and/or registration for a motor vehicle in Texas. This form can be utilized for various purposes, including obtaining a new title, registering a vehicle, or correcting existing title or registration information. It is essential for ensuring that the vehicle is properly documented and legally recognized by the state.

Who needs to complete the 130U form?

Anyone who has purchased a vehicle, moved to Texas with an out-of-state vehicle, or needs to correct information on an existing title or registration must complete the 130U form. This includes individuals, businesses, government entities, trusts, and non-profit organizations. It is crucial for new residents to file this application within 30 days of establishing residency in Texas to avoid penalties.

What information is required to complete the 130U form?

Completing the 130U form requires various pieces of information. Applicants must provide details about the vehicle, including its make, model, year, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Additionally, personal information such as the applicant's name, address, and identification type must be included. If applicable, information about previous owners, trade-ins, and any liens on the vehicle should also be provided. It is important to ensure all information is accurate to avoid delays in processing.

What happens after submitting the 130U form?

Once the 130U form is submitted to the county tax assessor-collector, it will be reviewed for completeness and accuracy. If everything is in order, the application will be processed, and the applicant will receive a title and/or registration for the vehicle. It is essential to include any required fees and supporting documents, as incomplete applications may lead to delays or rejections. Applicants should keep a copy of the submitted form for their records.

Common mistakes

  1. Not Checking the Correct Application Type: Make sure to select the appropriate option for title and registration. Failing to do this can delay the process.

  2. Omitting Required Information: Each section of the form must be filled out completely. Leaving out details like the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can cause issues.

  3. Incorrect Mileage Reporting: Be careful when reporting the odometer reading. It should not include tenths, and you must indicate if the mileage is actual or not.

  4. Using an Unacceptable ID: Ensure that the ID provided is one of the accepted forms listed. Using an unapproved ID can lead to rejection of your application.

  5. Failing to Sign the Application: The application must be signed by the applicant. An unsigned form will not be processed.

  6. Ignoring Fees: Be aware of any fees that may apply. Not including the correct fee can delay your application.

  7. Not Providing Supporting Documents: If additional documents are required, make sure to include them. Missing documents can result in a denial of your application.

  8. Submitting the Form Late: Submit the form within the required timeframe to avoid penalties. Late submissions can incur additional fees.

Documents used along the form

The Form 130-U is essential for applying for a Texas title and/or registration. When submitting this form, several additional documents may be required to ensure the application is complete and accurate. Below is a list of commonly used forms and documents that accompany the 130-U form.

  • Form VTR-216: This form is used to document communication impediments. If the applicant has a communication barrier, this form must be attached to ensure proper communication throughout the application process.
  • Form VTR-267: This form is required if the applicant is certifying a lien on the vehicle. It provides information about the lienholder and must be submitted with the title application when applicable.
  • Form VTR-270: This form is a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) verification. It is necessary for vehicles that are located out of state and helps confirm the VIN when a safety inspection is not available.
  • Comptroller Form 14-317: This affidavit is used when a vehicle is gifted between family members or from a qualified non-profit organization. Both the donor and recipient must sign this form to confirm the transaction.
  • Texas Vehicle Inspection Report: This report must be completed by a state-approved safety inspection station. It verifies the vehicle's safety and the VIN and is required for vehicles previously registered in another state.
  • Proof of Financial Responsibility: This document, such as a liability insurance card or policy, is necessary to demonstrate that the vehicle owner has the required insurance coverage as mandated by Texas law.
  • Sales and Use Tax Computation Form: This form is used to calculate any applicable sales and use taxes on the vehicle. It ensures that the correct amount of tax is reported and paid during the title application process.

Completing the Form 130-U and submitting the necessary accompanying documents is crucial for a smooth title and registration process in Texas. Ensuring that all forms are filled out accurately and submitted on time will help prevent delays and complications.

Similar forms

The Form 130-U is an essential document for vehicle title and registration in Texas. It shares similarities with several other forms used in vehicle registration and ownership processes. Here are four documents that are similar to the Form 130-U, along with their key similarities:

  • Form VTR-270: Vehicle Identification Number Certification - This form is used to verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for vehicles being registered in Texas. Like Form 130-U, it requires accurate vehicle details and is crucial for establishing ownership and registration.
  • Form VTR-214: Application for a Certified Copy of Title - This document is utilized to request a certified copy of a vehicle title. Similar to the 130-U, it involves providing information about the vehicle and the applicant, ensuring that ownership is properly documented.
  • Form VTR-130-UIF: Detailed Instructions for Application for Texas Title and/or Registration - While this is not a form for submission, it provides comprehensive guidance on completing the Form 130-U. Both documents are interrelated, as the instructions help ensure accurate completion of the title and registration application.
  • Form VTR-267: Lienholder's Statement of Release - This form is used when a lien on a vehicle is being released. Like the 130-U, it requires the identification of the vehicle and the parties involved, ensuring that all ownership claims are clear and legally recognized.

Dos and Don'ts

When completing the Form 130-U for Texas Title and/or Registration, it is essential to follow specific guidelines to ensure a smooth process. Below are important dos and don’ts to consider.

  • Do double-check all information for accuracy before submission.
  • Do provide the required government-issued photo ID as listed in Box 15.
  • Do include all necessary supporting documents and fees with your application.
  • Do ensure that the application is signed by the buyer; a seller's signature may be reproduced.
  • Don’t submit an original out-of-state title if applying for registration purposes only.
  • Don’t forget to indicate the type of application you are submitting (Title & Registration, Title Only, etc.).
  • Don’t delay in submitting your application, as Texas law requires it to be filed within 30 days of establishing residency.

By adhering to these guidelines, you can help ensure that your application is processed efficiently and correctly. Taking the time to verify your information and submit all required documentation will save you from potential delays and complications.

Misconceptions

  • Misconception 1: The 130U form is only for new vehicle registrations.

    • This form is used for various purposes, including title transfers, corrected titles, and registration renewals. It is not limited to new registrations.

  • Misconception 2: You can submit the 130U form without any supporting documents.

    • All applications must include required supporting documents, such as proof of ownership and any applicable fees.

  • Misconception 3: A signature from the seller is not necessary.

    • The buyer's signature is mandatory, while the seller's signature can be reproduced or faxed.

  • Misconception 4: The 130U form can be submitted online.

    • This form must be submitted in person or by mail to your county tax assessor-collector. Online submission is not available.

  • Misconception 5: All vehicles require a title application.

    • Some vehicles, like certain trailers and farm equipment, may only require registration and are not eligible for a title.

  • Misconception 6: You can apply for a title and registration at any time after purchasing a vehicle.

    • Texas law requires that applications be submitted within 30 days of purchase or entry into the state to avoid penalties.

  • Misconception 7: The 130U form is the same for all states.

    • This form is specific to Texas and may differ significantly from title and registration forms in other states.

Key takeaways

When filling out the 130U form for Texas Title and/or Registration, keep these key takeaways in mind:

  • Choose the Correct Application Type: Indicate whether you are applying for title and registration, title only, or registration purposes only. This will determine the documents you need to submit.
  • Provide Accurate Vehicle Information: Ensure that all vehicle details, such as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), year, make, and model, are correct. Mistakes can delay the processing of your application.
  • Include Required Identification: Attach a government-issued photo ID as specified in the instructions. This is essential for verifying your identity.
  • Check for Additional Fees: Be aware of any fees associated with your application, including sales and use tax. These can vary based on the vehicle type and previous registration status.
  • Submit on Time: Applications should be submitted within 30 days of establishing residency in Texas or acquiring the vehicle. Late submissions may incur penalties.
  • Keep Copies: Retain copies of your completed form and any supporting documents for your records. This can be helpful if you need to follow up on your application status.

By following these guidelines, you can navigate the process of filling out the 130U form with confidence. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance.