Just wanted to jump in and share my recent experience! I actually went through this exact same process about 6 months ago when I moved from NJ to Arizona. The info from @Marcelle Drum is spot on - that's exactly what I had to do. One thing I'd add is to make copies of EVERYTHING before you send it in. The NJ DMV lost my first application and I had to start over, but having copies saved me a ton of time. Also, definitely call them first thing in the morning like @Collins Angel suggested - I got through on my third try around 8:05 AM. The whole process ended up taking about 5 weeks for me, but that included the time for my botched first attempt. Good luck with everything!

Hey @Ev Luca! I just went through this exact same nightmare last year when I moved from NJ to Florida. The most important thing I learned is that you need to be super persistent with the phone calls - I literally had to call 15+ times before I got someone who actually knew what they were talking about. Also, when you do get the Letter of Certification, make sure you ask them to email you a copy too, not just mail it. The postal service between states can be unreliable and you don't want to wait another 2 weeks if it gets lost. One more tip - if you have any friends or family still in NJ, consider having them go to a local DMV office in person as your "agent" with a notarized power of attorney. It's way faster than doing everything by mail from out of state. Hope this helps and good luck dealing with the bureaucracy!

I actually just went through this exact same situation 6 months ago when I moved from NJ to Oregon! One thing that really helped me was calling the NJMVC (they changed their name from DMV) Special Title Section early in the morning around 8:15 AM - right after they open. The key is persistence though, I had to call multiple days before getting through. Also, when you mail your application, I highly recommend using USPS Priority Mail Express with tracking - it's more expensive but gives you a tracking number and faster processing. Make sure your notarization is fresh (within 30 days) because they're picky about that. The whole process took me about 4-5 weeks total, but having all the right paperwork upfront saved me from any back-and-forth delays. You can also check the status by calling their automated line at 609-292-6500. Hang in there - it's frustrating but totally doable! 🚗

I'm going through this exact same process right now! Been trying to get my duplicate title from NJ while living in Nevada for the past 3 weeks. One thing I learned the hard way - make sure you have your exact VIN number written down correctly on the application. I made a small error (mixed up a 0 and O) and they sent my whole application back, adding another 2 weeks to the process. Also, if you're planning to register your car in California soon, check what CA DMV requires for out-of-state titles - some states have specific forms or additional documentation needed. I called the CA DMV first to confirm what I'd need when the NJ title arrives, which helped me plan ahead. The waiting is brutal but everyone here has given solid advice. Definitely go with the certified mail route!