Short answer: In Florida, title and tag work is handled by your county tax collector. If you live in Orange County, go to an Orange County Tax Collector office (octaxcol.com), such as Downtown, West Oaks Mall, Clarcona, Sand Lake, Lee Vista and 417 or University, or a private partner agency that charges extra fees. If you live in Osceola County, go to an Osceola County Tax Collector office (osceolataxcollector.org): the Main Office or BVL in Kissimmee, Campbell City, or St. Cloud. The forms are the same statewide: HSMV 82101 for a duplicate title and HSMV 82050 for a Notice of Sale.
Orlando and Kissimmee are only a short drive apart, but they are in different counties. That matters when you need title help before selling a car. When it comes to title help, Osceola vs Orange County is a real difference. This guide explains where to go in each county, what to bring, and which steps are the same everywhere in Florida.
Who handles titles in Florida?
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) sets the rules and keeps the title records. But in Orange and Osceola counties, the offices where you actually do title work are run by the county tax collector. For example, FLHSMV's Osceola County page lists every office there as a tax collector-sponsored service center and notes that a tax collector service fee is added to the state's motorist services fees.
The good news is that the forms and the basic steps are the same in every Florida county. What changes is which office you go to, its hours and how you book a visit.
First, which county are you in?
It sounds simple, but it trips people up. The city on your mailing address doesn't always match the county you live in, because some areas have an "Orlando" or "Kissimmee" mailing address but sit near or across a county line. The easiest ways to check:
- Look at your vehicle registration or your property tax bill, which shows the county.
- Search your address on the county property appraiser's website.
- Call the tax collector's office and ask.
Getting this right first saves you a wasted trip, especially if the office you pick only serves its own county's residents.
What to bring to the tax collector
Requirements depend on what you need done, so check the tax collector's website first. For a duplicate title, plan to bring:
- A valid photo ID, such as your driver license. If you are getting a duplicate and transferring it to a buyer at the same time, FLHSMV says both of you must be there with photo ID.
- A completed form HSMV 82101, the Application for Duplicate or Lost in Transit/Reassignment Title. You can download it from flhsmv.gov.
- Payment for the state fee and any tax collector or agency service fee.
- Your vehicle identification number (VIN), plate number or title number.
If there is still a loan on the car, the lender may hold the title, and you will need to deal with them first. Not sure what you need? Call us at 321-442-0085 and we'll tell you what we need to buy your car.
Title help in Orange County
Orange County covers Orlando and nearby cities like Winter Park, Ocoee, Apopka, Winter Garden, Maitland, Edgewood and Belle Isle. The Orange County Tax Collector lists these offices that handle motor vehicle tags and titles:
- Downtown: 301 S. Rosalind Ave., Orlando, FL 32801
- West Oaks Mall: 9401 W. Colonial Dr., Suite 360, Ocoee, FL 34761
- Clarcona: 4101 Clarcona Ocoee Rd., Orlando, FL 32810
- Sand Lake: 730 W. Sand Lake Rd., Suite 106B, Orlando, FL 32809
- Lee Vista and 417: 6050 Wooden Pine Dr., Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32829
- University: 10051 University Blvd., Orlando, FL 32817
The county lists hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., opening at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesdays. Orange County also has private partner agencies, such as First Apopka Tag Agency and OATA Winter Park. The tax collector says these handle tag and title services only and charge additional fees.
See our local pages for Orlando, Winter Park and Apopka for the offices closest to each area.
Title help in Osceola County
Osceola County covers Kissimmee, St. Cloud and nearby communities. The Osceola County Tax Collector lists these offices:
- Main Office: 2501 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee, FL 34744
- BVL: 2595 Simpson Road, Kissimmee, FL 34744
- Campbell City: 4730 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34746
- St. Cloud: 1300 9th Street, Suite 101B, St. Cloud, FL 34769
The county lists hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and the phone number 407-742-4000. The tax collector's website offers online appointments, and FLHSMV's listing notes that some Osceola offices serve county residents only. Check before you go.
See our local pages for Kissimmee and St. Cloud.
Orange vs Osceola at a glance
| Orange County | Osceola County | |
|---|---|---|
| Who runs the offices | Orange County Tax Collector | Osceola County Tax Collector |
| Website | octaxcol.com | osceolataxcollector.org |
| Listed hours | 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. Wednesdays) | 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon to Fri |
| Private partner agencies | Yes, extra fees apply | Not listed on the county site |
| Duplicate title form | HSMV 82101 | HSMV 82101 |
| Notice of Sale form | HSMV 82050 | HSMV 82050 |
Office hours and services can change, so check the tax collector's website before you go.
The steps are the same in both counties
If you have the title
Fill in the seller section on the title, including the buyer's name, the sale price and the odometer reading. Florida law says a title won't be accepted for transfer unless the seller enters the sale price, and it is illegal to transfer a title without the buyer's name on it.
If the title is lost
Apply for a duplicate with form HSMV 82101 at a tax collector office. Our guide on what to do with a lost Florida title covers the details, including when an old, low-value car can be sold as a derelict vehicle.
After you sell
Take your license plate off. In Florida, the plate belongs to the owner, not the car. Then file a Notice of Sale with form HSMV 82050 or the section on the title. Under section 319.22 of the Florida Statutes, you must notify FLHSMV within 30 days after the sale. If you won't use the plate on another car, turn it in at a tax collector office before you cancel your insurance. FLHSMV says Florida requires continuous PIP and PDL coverage on any registered car.
Selling a junk car in Orange or Osceola County
We buy cars, trucks, SUVs and vans in both counties, running or not. Get an instant offer on our online offer form or call 321-442-0085. If you accept, we tow the car for free, often the same day. Getting a car out of the way before storm season? See our hurricane prep guide. Wondering what your car will bring? See how much a junk car is worth in Orlando.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use an Orange County office if I live in Osceola County?
Policies vary by office and service. FLHSMV's listing notes that some Osceola offices serve county residents only, so call the tax collector in the county you want to visit before you go.
Where do I get a duplicate title in Kissimmee?
At an Osceola County Tax Collector office, such as the Main Office at 2501 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., using form HSMV 82101.
Where do I get a duplicate title in Orlando?
At any Orange County Tax Collector office that handles titles, such as Downtown at 301 S. Rosalind Ave., using form HSMV 82101.
Are the forms different in each county?
No. HSMV 82101 (duplicate title) and HSMV 82050 (Notice of Sale) are state forms used in every Florida county.
Do I need to go to the tax collector to sell my junk car?
Not if you have the title in your name. You sign it over to the buyer, then file the Notice of Sale. You only need an office visit if the title is lost or needs to be corrected.
Do you buy cars in both counties?
Yes. We buy junk cars across Orange and Osceola counties, with free towing when you accept our offer.
