--- title: "Lost Title Affidavit Notarized in NJ | Replace a Title | MCC" description: "How a New Jersey notary witnesses a lost-title or replacement-title affidavit and what to bring. Book an online notary and get it signed today." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/documents/lost-title-affidavit" --- Vehicles and property · Updated October 5, 2026 # Notarizing a lost title affidavit in New Jersey If a vehicle or boat title is lost or damaged, the state may ask you to sign a sworn statement before replacing it. The notary witnesses your signature on that statement. By [Matthew Coleman](/about), MCC Solutions [Book a notary](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## How it works You sign the affidavit or application in front of a notary, who confirms your identity and takes a jurat if the form requires you to swear to the contents. Use the exact form the agency tells you to use; we can't pick one for you. Need this notarized? [Get it notarized online by a New Jersey notary over video](/notary/remote-online-notarization). ## Get it notarized online today Online notary: open now until 9 PM ET · sessions by appointment · times confirmed by email A New Jersey notary can notarize this with you on a video call, wherever you are in the U.S. $50 for the session, $10 for each extra signer. Any other fee shows in the booking form before you confirm. Open 7 am to 9 pm ET, every day, by appointment. **What you need** - A valid government photo ID - A computer or phone with a camera - The unsigned document [Book an online session](/notary/?service=ron#order) Our certificate states the act was performed using communication technology, as New Jersey law requires. [What it must say](/notary/remote-online-notarization-certificate-wording) Most U.S. recipients accept a remotely notarized document; check with whoever will receive it. [What to ask them](/notary/will-my-online-notarization-be-accepted) · [Several signers](/notary/online-notarization-multiple-signers) ## What to bring The completed form, unsigned, plus a government photo ID. Details of the vehicle such as the VIN, make, model and year help you complete the form correctly. If there is a lienholder, the form may have extra steps. ## Getting it filed We can deliver the signed form to the agency or return it to you, and scan a copy for your records. We're based in Cranford and send mobile notaries to homes, offices and care facilities in Union and Middlesex counties, including Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Edison and Woodbridge. For other counties, tell us the address and we'll confirm availability before you book. ## Common questions **Which form do I use?** The agency that issues the title, such as the New Jersey MVC or another state's office, provides it. We can't choose or complete it for you. **Does the buyer need to sign too?** Only if the form says so. **How long does it take?** The signing takes about 15 minutes. Processing time is up to the agency. This page is general information, not legal advice. A notary can't draft documents or advise you on their contents. Ask your attorney or the office requesting the document what you need. How we can help [### Vehicle Title & MVC Paperwork Notary Mobile notary for car title transfers, out-of-state titles, powers of attorney for the MVC and odometer statements. We come to you, including after a death. Vehicle title notary →](/notary/vehicle-title-notary)[### Mobile Notary A mobile notary near you in New Jersey, at your home, office, hospital or job site. Affidavits, powers of attorney, vehicle titles and business documents. Book online. Mobile notary →](/notary/mobile-notary)[### Document Courier Same-day pickup and delivery of closing packages and original documents for NJ title companies, law firms and lenders. Add it to any signing. Document courier →](/notary/document-courier) Related documents [### Notarizing a bill of sale What to know →](/notary/documents/bill-of-sale)[### Notarized letters and affidavits What to know →](/notary/documents/notarized-letter-and-affidavit-of-identity)[### Proof of life and life certificate notarization What to know →](/notary/documents/proof-of-life-certificate)[### Apostille for diplomas and birth certificates What to know →](/notary/documents/diploma-birth-and-marriage-certificate-apostille) Before your appointment - [Printable checklist for this document](/notary/appointment-checklist?doc=lost-title-affidavit) [All documents](/notary/documents) ## Need it notarized? Send it to the desk. [Book Now](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373)