Georgia Form MV-18A: Affidavit to Correct a Vehicle Title

What is Form MV-18A?

Form MV-18A, officially titled "Affidavit to Support a Request for Correction of a Georgia Certificate of Title," is a legal document used to correct errors on a Georgia vehicle title. When mistakes appear on your vehicle's certificate of title—such as misspelled names, incorrect vehicle identification numbers (VIN), or wrong address information—this affidavit provides the sworn statement needed to request an official correction from the Georgia Department of Revenue.

When Do You Need Form MV-18A?

You'll need this form when you discover errors on your Georgia vehicle title that need correction. Common situations include:

• Misspelled owner names or incorrect name formatting
• Incorrect VIN or serial number
• Wrong address or county information
• Errors in vehicle make, model, or year
• Mistakes in odometer readings

The form must be completed legibly in blue or black ink or typed, and submitted with all required documents and applicable fees to your local County Tag Office or directly to the Georgia Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Division.

Why Georgia Law Requires Notarization

Georgia law requires Form MV-18A to be signed in the presence of a commissioned notary public. This notarization requirement serves several critical purposes:

• Identity Verification: The notary confirms that the person signing the affidavit is who they claim to be, preventing fraudulent title corrections
• Legal Accountability: By signing under oath before a notary, the affiant acknowledges that false statements carry legal penalties under Georgia law
• Document Integrity: Notarization creates a verifiable record that the signature was willingly made, protecting both the vehicle owner and the state's title system
• Fraud Prevention: Vehicle titles are valuable legal documents; notarization helps prevent title washing, ownership fraud, and other illegal activities

Without proper notarization, your MV-18A form will be rejected, delaying the correction of your vehicle title.

How to Complete Form MV-18A

To properly complete and submit Form MV-18A:

1. Download the form from the Georgia Department of Revenue website
2. Provide accurate information about the corrections needed on your title
3. Explain clearly what error exists and what the correct information should be
4. Do NOT sign the form until you are in the presence of a notary public
5. Bring valid government-issued photo identification to your notary appointment
6. Sign the affidavit in front of the notary, who will then complete the notarial certificate
7. Submit the notarized form with all required supporting documents and fees to your County Tag Office

Where to Find the Official Form

You can download Form MV-18A directly from the Georgia Department of Revenue website at dor.georgia.gov. The form is available as a PDF that you can print and complete by hand or fill out electronically before printing.

Need this document notarized? Find a trusted notary in your area on Notary of Gwinnett.