The Lincoln lease transfer process, step by step
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Contact Lincoln Automotive Financial
Call 1-800-727-7000 (Ford Credit, which services Lincoln leases) to request the Transfer of Equity/Lease questionnaire and credit application.
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Both parties complete the paperwork
Original lessee and new applicant fill out the questionnaire. The new applicant submits a separate credit application.
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Ford Credit underwrites the new lessee
Ford Credit pulls credit on the new applicant. Account must be current on all payments and fees.
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New driver provides proof of insurance
Required before the transfer is finalized.
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Pay the transfer fee and complete the handoff
Up to $135 nonrefundable fee, paid by the original customer before processing.
Lincoln lease transfer FAQs
Does Lincoln allow lease transfers?
Yes — Lincoln leases run through Ford Credit's Transfer of Equity/Lease program, which permits transfers subject to credit approval.
What does a Lincoln lease transfer cost?
Up to $135, same as Ford.
Am I released after the transfer?
Yes. Once Ford Credit processes the transfer, the original lessee is fully released.
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