What Is Florida HSMV Form 82092?
HSMV Form 82092 is a one-page official document that allows the seller of a vehicle, mobile home, off-highway vehicle, or vessel with an electronic title to reassign ownership to a buyer while keeping the title in electronic form. It is used only under limited circumstances defined by FLHSMV.
According to the form itself and FLHSMV procedures, it may be used when all of the following conditions apply:
- The certificate of title is held electronically (no paper title has been printed).
- The vehicle, mobile home, or vessel is exempt from odometer disclosure requirements.
- An individual seller is transferring their electronic title to a purchaser.
- The purchaser agrees that the title will remain electronic after the transfer.
- Both the seller and purchaser appear together at a local tax collector’s office or license plate agency to complete the transfer.
If the vehicle is not exempt from odometer requirements, Form 82092 cannot be used. In that case, the parties must complete HSMV Form 82994 (Motor Vehicle Title Reassignment Supplement) instead.
When Do You Need Form 82092 Instead of Form 82994?
Florida law and FLHSMV procedures distinguish between vehicles that require odometer disclosure and those that do not. Vehicles that are generally exempt from odometer disclosure include certain older vehicles, many mobile homes, vessels, and some off-highway vehicles. For the exact list of exemptions, tax collector offices refer to FLHSMV Procedure TL-09.
Key differences:
- Form 82092 – Used only when the title is electronic and the vehicle is odometer-exempt. No odometer reading is recorded on this form.
- Form 82994 – Required when the title is electronic and an odometer disclosure is needed, or when additional dealer reassignments are necessary.
Official FLHSMV guidance on selling a vehicle states that if the title is held electronically, both the buyer and seller must visit a motor vehicle service center to complete a secure title reassignment using either HSMV 82994 or 82092 and provide photo identification.
How to Complete and Submit Florida HSMV Form 82092?
The form is relatively straightforward but must be filled out accurately. Here is a section-by-section overview based on the official document:
- Vehicle/Vessel Description – Enter the year, make/manufacturer, body type, model, color, Certificate of Title Number, and Vehicle/Vessel Identification Number (VIN or HIN).
- Seller Certification – The seller certifies that they hold an electronic title for the described property, that they have sold it to the named purchaser(s), and that the purchaser agrees to keep the title electronic. Include the date of sale and selling price.
- Signatures and Identification – Both the seller (and co-seller if applicable) and the purchaser (and co-purchaser if applicable) must sign the form under penalties of perjury. Purchasers must also provide their Florida driver license or ID number, date of birth, sex, and current address.
Important notes:
- The form must be completed and signed before the agency processes the title transfer.
- Both the buyer and seller (or their properly authorized representatives with a valid power of attorney) must appear in person at a Florida motor vehicle service center or tax collector’s office.
- Valid government-issued photo identification is required for all parties present.
After the reassignment is completed, the buyer will typically also need to submit an Application for Certificate of Title (HSMV 82040) and pay the applicable title transfer fees. The buyer must apply for the title in their name within 30 days of the sale to avoid a late-transfer penalty.
Related Forms and Best Practices for Sellers and Buyers
Sellers should also file HSMV Form 82050 (Notice of Sale) as soon as possible after the sale. Filing this form helps remove the seller’s name from the vehicle’s registration and provides important liability protection.
Other recommended steps:
- Remove the license plate from the vehicle (plates stay with the seller in Florida).
- Keep copies of the completed Form 82092, any bill of sale, and the Notice of Sale for your records.
- Confirm whether a lien exists on the title. A vehicle with an outstanding lien generally cannot be sold in a private transaction until the lien is satisfied.
Buyers should verify the electronic title status before the sale, confirm that the vehicle is truly odometer-exempt if using Form 82092, and be prepared to complete the full title application package at the tax collector’s office.
Where to Find Official Information and Download Form 82092?
Always download forms and review current procedures directly from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website to ensure you have the most recent version:
- Official Form 82092: https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/82092.pdf
- FLHSMV Forms page: https://www.flhsmv.gov/resources/forms/
- Selling a Vehicle guidance: https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/consumer-education/selling-vehicle-florida/
- Buying from a Private Sale: https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/consumer-education/buying-vehicle-florida/buying-private-sale/
- Find a local tax collector or license plate agency: https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/
Final Tips for a Smooth Title Transfer
Florida’s electronic title system is designed to reduce fraud and paperwork, but it requires both parties to appear in person when an e-title is being reassigned. Using the correct form—HSMV 82092 only when the vehicle is odometer-exempt—and completing all required steps at an authorized motor vehicle service center will help ensure the ownership transfer is processed without unnecessary delays.
If you are unsure whether your specific vehicle qualifies for Form 82092 or need clarification on odometer exemptions, contact your local tax collector’s office or visit the official FLHSMV website before the sale. Procedures and forms can be updated, so relying on current official sources is the best way to stay compliant.