---
id: faq-0024
title: "What documents do I need to bring to finance a car?"
category: faq
subtopic: financing
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.castlecdjrnaperville.com"
tags: ["financing", "paperwork", "documents"]
questions:
  - "What paperwork is required to finance a car?"
  - "What documents do I need when buying?"
  - "What should I bring to the dealership?"
related: [faq-buying-process, faq-finance-timeline]
dealer: Castle CDJR of Naperville
---

To finance a car, bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport), proof of income (recent pay stubs or tax returns), and proof of residence (utility bill or lease). Have your Social Security number ready for the credit check.

If you're trading in a vehicle, bring its keys and the title (or evidence you can obtain it). If you're applying with a co-signer, they'll need their ID, Social Security number, and proof of income too.

That's the essential list. Our Finance team will let you know if anything else is needed-sometimes proof of insurance or employment verification comes up, depending on your lender.

Having documents ready speeds up the process and gets you into your new vehicle faster. Our team will guide you through each step.

**Call (630) 864-6683** before you visit if you have questions about specific documents, or just bring what you have-we're here to help make it simple.