Maine Secretary of State Bureau of Motor Vehicles - BMV Forms and Applications · Maine state form
MVT-22 Affidavit of Surviving Spouse or Personal Representative
MVT-22 is used to document a surviving spouse’s, personal representative’s, or other eligible person’s claim or transfer of a vehicle belonging to a deceased owner.
- What this form is
- Complete MVT-22 to identify the deceased vehicle owner, explain your relationship or authority, and state whether you will title or transfer the vehicle. The form requires notarization. Instructions explain which supporting documents and title application may be needed for surviving spouses, joint or common owners, and people purchasing a vehicle from an estate.
- Who needs it
- A surviving spouse, personal representative, surviving vehicle owner, heir, or buyer handling a vehicle owned by a deceased person may need this affidavit.
- Why it needs a notary
- The form says it must be notarized and includes a sworn statement. You can notarize the signature online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Submit the completed form with the vehicle title and applicable title application or supporting documents. The instructions specify additional documents for each situation.
Questions
Who uses MVT-22?
A surviving spouse, personal representative, surviving joint or common owner, heir, or person purchasing a vehicle from an estate may use this affidavit as described in the form instructions.
Does MVT-22 need to be notarized?
Yes. The form states that it must be notarized and provides a sworn statement and notary signature section. Online notarization is available with a commissioned online notary.
What documents may need to accompany MVT-22?
Depending on the situation, the instructions identify documents such as the vehicle title, a title application, a death certificate, a Probate Court appointment, or a statement from Probate Court.