North Dakota Department of Transportation · North Dakota state form

SFN 2889 Affidavit for Refund of License Fee of a Permanently Destroyed Vehicle

Use SFN 2889 to request a refund for the unused portion of the license fee when a North Dakota-licensed vehicle is permanently and involuntarily destroyed.

What this form is
SFN 2889 is an affidavit for an owner seeking a refund of the unused portion of the license fee for a permanently and involuntarily destroyed vehicle. The form asks for owner and vehicle details, license information, and the date of the accident. The owner must state that the information is true and correct and sign before a notary public or authorized officer. The form says the title, registration card, and license plates must be surrendered.
Who needs it
An owner of a North Dakota-licensed vehicle that was permanently and involuntarily destroyed may use this affidavit to claim a license-fee refund.
Why it needs a notary
The owner's signature must be notarized or signed before an authorized officer. This can be done online with a commissioned online notary.
How to submit it
Submit the completed affidavit and surrender the title, registration card, and license plates to the Motor Vehicle Division at 608 E Boulevard Ave, Bismarck, ND 58505-0780.

Questions

Who can use SFN 2889?

The form says an owner of a vehicle licensed in North Dakota may claim a refund if the vehicle is permanently and involuntarily destroyed.

What must be surrendered with the affidavit?

The form states that the vehicle's title, registration card, and license plates must be surrendered to the Motor Vehicle Division.

Does SFN 2889 need to be notarized?

Yes. The owner must sign before a notary public or authorized officer. Online notarization is available with a commissioned online notary.