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HSMV 82363 Application for Salvage Title or Certificate of Destruction

Use HSMV 82363 to apply for a salvage title or certificate of destruction for an eligible vehicle or mobile home. The form includes vehicle, ownership, odometer, and VIN verification sections.

What this form is
HSMV 82363 is an application for a salvage title or certificate of destruction. The form collects applicant and vehicle information, odometer details, and the requested title or destruction notation. Depending on the vehicle and application, complete the applicable sections and include proof of ownership. The VIN verification section requires a physical inspection in applicable cases and may be certified by a Florida notary public or other listed inspector.
Who needs it
Insurance companies, owners, and self-insured applicants seeking a salvage title or certificate of destruction for a vehicle or mobile home may use this form.
Why it needs a notary
The VIN verification section includes a Florida notary public as an inspector option and has a notary signature and seal field. The signature must be notarized; this can be done online with a commissioned online notary.
How to submit it
Complete all applicable sections and attach one of the listed ownership documents unless applying for a duplicate Certificate of Destruction. Submit the form to your local tax collector office or license plate agency.

Questions

Who uses HSMV 82363?

Insurance companies, owners, and self-insured applicants can use this application to seek a salvage title or certificate of destruction for an eligible vehicle or mobile home.

Where do I submit HSMV 82363?

The form says to submit it to your local tax collector office or license plate agency. It also directs applicants to the FLHSMV offices page for current office information.

Does HSMV 82363 need to be notarized?

The VIN verification section lists a Florida notary public as one possible inspector and provides a notary signature and seal field. The signature must be notarized, including online with a commissioned online notary.