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Nevada Certificate of Title Bond Guide

SuretyBonds.com provides the fastest and easiest way to get a Nevada bonded title. Learn how to navigate the certificate of title bonding process with this complete guide.

Bond Overview

  • Purpose: To guarantee legal ownership of a vehicle
  • Who Needs It: Individuals looking to register a vehicle without a valid title
  • Regulating Body: The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicle
  • Required Amount: 1.5x the vehicle’s appraised value
  • Premium Rate: Typically $20/$1,000 in coverage, starting at $100

What Is a Nevada Bonded Title?

A bonded title is a certificate of title backed by a surety bond that allows you to legally register your vehicle with the state of Nevada. 

It proves you are the legal owner of a vehicle when the original title is invalid, unavailable or can not be transferred.

What Is a Nevada Certificate of Title Bond?

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires a certificate of title bond to register vehicles with lost, stolen, or missing titles. 

Title bonds protect previous owners and future owners from losses resulting from ownership disputes or fraud. 


If you plan to sell vehicles, a separate Nevada vehicle industry license bond is required.

How Much Title Bond Coverage Do I Need?

Your Nevada vehicle title bond amount must be 1.5 times the vehicle’s appraised value. 

Contact the DMV to determine your required amount before purchasing your bond. They’ll calculate the bond amount based on the original manufacturer’s retail price. 


Your bonded title application must be authorized before purchasing your surety bond.  

How Much Do Certificate of Title Bonds Cost in Nevada?

Nevada certificate of title bond costs start at $100 for the 3-year term. Exact costs vary depending on the surety bond amount required by the DMV:

  • $100-$5,000 Bond: Costs $100 
  • $5,001-$50,000 Bond: Costs $20 per $1,000, starting at $100
  • $50,000+ Bond: Prices start at $750, application required

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How Do I Get a Certificate of Title Bond in Nevada?

SuretyBonds.com provides the fastest and easiest way to get bonded. Just follow these quick steps: 

  1. Apply online at SuretyBonds.com 
  2. Get a free quote within one business day*
  3. Buy online or over the phone
  4. Receive your title bond in the mail  
  5. File your bond with the DMV 

*Note: For bond amounts between $100 and $50,000, you’ll receive your bond instantly.

What to Include on Your Bond Application

When applying for your Nevada certificate of title bond, be sure to include the following information:

  • The vehicle year, make and model
  • The 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN)
  • The county the vehicle is being titled in
  • Your driver’s license number

Do I Need to Renew My Title Bond?

No, your Nevada certificate of title bond will expire after three years. The DMV will return your original title surety bond to you after it expires as long as no claims have been filed against it.

How to Get a Bonded Title in Nevada

The Nevada DMV enforces vehicle registration requirements and approves bonded title applications. Follow the five steps below to apply for your Nevada bonded title.

How to Get a Bonded Title in Nevada

Step 1: Contact the Title Research Section

The Title Research Section in Carson City will help you with your request for authorization and documentation for a bonded title. Call (775)-684-4810 to initiate your request. 

Step 2: Complete the Affidavit for Bonded Vehicle Title

Fill out sections one and two of the Affidavit for Bonded Vehicle Title Form (VP 271). Then, schedule a vehicle inspection. 

You can get a vehicle inspection from one of the following parties:

  • A sworn law enforcement officer
  • A DMV-authorized business 
  • A DMV full-service office

Step 3: Submit your documentation

Collect these required documents to submit to the Nevada DMV:

  • The Affidavit for Bonded Title
  • Copies of all ownership documents
  • Four pictures of the vehicle (front, back and sides)

Step 4: Purchase your surety bond

Once the DMV reviews your documents, they will provide your necessary surety bond amount. 

Buy your title bond from a licensed provider like SuretyBonds.com today, starting at $100! 

Step 5: Submit final documentation

After purchasing your surety bond, complete the remaining sections of the Affidavit for Bonded Vehicle Title form and get it notarized or witnessed by an authorized DMV employee.

Return all original documentation and the $33 registration fee to the following address:

Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles

Title Research Section

555 Wright Way

Carson City, NV 89711

Contact the DMV if you have any questions or refer to their website.

How Long Does it Take to Get a Bonded Title in Nevada? 

In Nevada, you can expect your title to be mailed after about 6 weeks.

How Do I Update My Bond Form?

If you need to update your bond form, email [email protected] to explain the needed change.

The most common changes for these bonds include:

  • Vehicle owner's name
  • Address
  • Vehicle information

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