Do I need the original title to register my vehicle in Texas?

Yes, the Aransas County Tax Assessor-Collector's Office requires the original title to complete vehicle registration. If you've just purchased your car and don't have the title yet, make sure it's mailed directly to you or the Tax Assessor-Collector's Office where you plan to register. Photocopies are usually not accepted, so having the original is essential. Note that if you have a lien on your vehicle, you can provide your current registration instead of the title.