Obtaining a Lien Release

Once you have paid off your car loan, your lender should release the lien hold on your car. To complete a DMV title transfer and obtain a clear Louisiana title, submit the following to the OMV:

• Vehicle Application (Form DPSMV 1799).

• Your title certificate reflecting the lien release.

If the title does not reflect the lien release, get a letter from your lender—written on their letterhead—stating that the lien has been satisfied. The letter must also include the lienholder's:

• Name.

• Address.

• Telephone number.

• A copy of your current registration.

• Payment for the $26.50 lien release fee.

To Remove a Lien from Your Louisiana Title

The following can be submitted by mail or in person at your nearest Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles location:

• Vehicle Application (Form DPSMV 1799).

• A copy of your current registration.

• Payment for the $76.50 title and handling fee (check or money order).

• Fees may vary. Make sure to check with your local OMV office for the most accurate fee information.

• When writing a personal or company check, include the driver's license number of the responsible party.

• Businesses may also write the federal employee identification number (EIN).

• Your title certificate reflecting the lien release.

If the title does not reflect the lien release, get a letter from your lender—written on their letterhead—stating that the lien has been satisfied. The letter must also include the lienholder's:

• Name.

• Address.

• Telephone number.

If you chose to mail in the information, you can send the letter to the LA OMV at Postal address:

• Office of Motor Vehicles

• P.O. Box 64886

• Baton Rouge, LA 70896

OR

Deliver in person to the physical address:

• Office of Motor Vehicles

• 7979 Independence Blvd.

• Baton Rouge, LA 70806