BMV 3773 Surviving Spouse Affidavit – Fillable PDF Form

What Is BMV 3773 and Who Needs It?

The BMV 3773 is the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles "Surviving Spouse Affidavit for Motor Vehicles." It allows a surviving spouse to claim ownership of a vehicle when the deceased spouse owned the title solely. This form is required for title transfer, registration, and to avoid probate delays.

How to Complete the BMV 3773 Online

Instead of downloading, printing, and manually filling the form, simply click the "Fill out this form" button on this page. The Formize PDF Filler app will load the fillable PDF directly in your browser. Follow the on‑screen prompts, enter the requested information, and the app will automatically validate dates and signatures.

Common Mistakes to Avoid on BMV 3773

• Leaving the "Date of Death" field blank or using an incorrect format.
• Forgetting to attach a certified copy of the death certificate.
• Signing the form without a notary when the dealer is not exempt.
• Using ink on a digital fillable form – the Formize app saves a clean, searchable PDF.

Where to Submit the Completed Affidavit

After you finish, download the completed PDF and submit it to your local Ohio BMV office, a licensed motor vehicle dealer, or mail it to the address listed on the form. If you are using a dealer, the notarization requirement may be waived under R.C. §4505.063.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions are provided below. Click each question to reveal the answer.