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Arizona Utility Trailer Registration & Titling

Last reviewed: January 2025 · Source: Arizona motor vehicle authority

This guide covers everything you need to know about registering and titling a utility trailer in Arizona. All title and registration work is handled at the MVD Office.

Key Facts — Arizona
  • Title threshold: All trailers
  • Handled at: MVD Office
  • Key form: 96-0236
  • Title fee: $4.00

Standard Title Transfer

To title or register a utility trailer in Arizona, bring to your MVD Office:

  • Original title signed by the seller
  • Completed 96-0236 (title application)
  • Bill of sale (strongly recommended)
  • Your Arizona driver's license or state ID
  • Payment for title fee ($4.00) plus registration fees

No Title Available

If no title is available for a trailer that requires one, Arizona offers a bonded title process. See our national guide for step-by-step instructions:

Bonded Title Process — National Guide

Homemade Trailers

Homemade trailers need a state-assigned VIN before they can be titled. Contact your MVD Office to arrange an inspection:

Homemade Trailer Titling Guide

Where exactly do I go to title a trailer in Arizona?

All trailer title transfers in Arizona are handled at the MVD Office. Note that in some states this is different from a standard DMV location — always call ahead to confirm the correct office and current hours before making the trip.

How long does a title transfer take in Arizona?

Standard title transfers in Arizona are typically processed at the counter, with registration and plates issued same-day. The physical title certificate is mailed to your address within 2–6 weeks. If you have not received it after 8 weeks, contact the Arizona motor vehicle authority.

Can I transfer a trailer title online in Arizona?

Most states do not allow title transfers online — an in-person visit with original documents is required. Online services are generally limited to registration renewal. Confirm with your MVD Office whether any online transfer options exist in Arizona.

Disclaimer: Informational only. Verify current fees and procedures with your MVD Office before visiting. Not legal advice.

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