If you are a Florida resident, it’s your civic duty to know the state laws that cover vehicle registration. Vehicle registration rules vary from state to state, and you shouldn’t get on the road without learning them all.
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Florida requires that residents register their vehicles with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV).
You have 30 days to complete your vehicle registration with your local DHSMV once you get a job in the state, register your children at a Florida school, and/or establish Florida residency.
Vehicle registrations are your responsibility, so keep your important documents ready in advanced. Here you’ll find common vehicle registration questions everybody asks.
What is an auto registration?
An auto registration is your legal proof that shows you paid the registration tax and fees on your vehicle. When you register your vehicle, you’ll get a metal license plate, a validation decal, and a registration certificate.
How Do I Register My Car in Florida?
People registering their vehicle for the first time must complete the following process:
- Visit a Florida DHSMV office.
- Bring your title, proof of ID, and car insurance card (Florida Licensed Insurance).
- New residents must have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and odometer verification completed.
- Pay your initial $225 vehicle registration fee, title fees, plate fees, and taxes.
What are the common vehicle registration fees?
Apart from the initial $225 registration fee mentioned above, there are some other vehicle-related fees that you should include while going through the registration process.
Classification of vehicle by: Weight // Yearly tax and other fees – Every 2 years tax and other fees:
- Automobiles for private use: Up to 2499 lbs. // $27.60 – $55.20
- Automobiles for private use: 2500-3499 lbs. // $35.60 – $71.20
- Automobiles for private use: 3500 lbs. // $45.60 – $91.20
- Trucks, private and commercial: Up to 1999 lbs. // $27.60 – $55.20
- Trucks, private and commercial: 2000-3000 lbs. // $35.60 – $71.20
- Trucks, private and commercial: 3001-5000 lbs. // $45.60 – $91.20
Other Additional Fees:
- Transferring a license plate: $7.35
- New metal license plate: $28.00
What’s the tax rate that Florida charges for every registered vehicle?
It depends on how long you owned your vehicle. Check below:
Vehicle owned less than 6 months:
- Florida collects a 6% state sales tax rate or use tax and any local discretionary taxes your new city or county might require.
- Your sales tax rate will be allocated contingent on any taxes you paid in another state.
Vehicle owned more than 6 months:
- There is no sales, use, or local discretionary taxes for vehicles that have been owned and registered in another state.
- Whether you titled and registered your vehicle in another state, you’ll need to prove that you have owned your vehicle for more than 6 months.
How do I register a vehicle that I purchased from car dealership?
If you purchase a car from an auto dealership, they will handle the work for you.
Note that your dealer must transfer the title and registration within a 30-day window which is stated by law. Be cooperative and work together to make the process go smoothly.
Note that your dealer will be required to submit that prove of transaction to the tax collector’s office, but you should always keep a copy of every document for your own records.
Once you both completed the legal prove of transaction (Bill of Sale), take the following steps:
- Complete the title with the seller of the vehicle. You may be required to have your vehicle go under VIN inspection, if your vehicle hasn’t been titled in Florida.
- Get an odometer disclosure (for vehicles less than 10 years old).
- Submit your filled-out title to the county tax collector’s office and send it to the agent.
- Show proof of valid auto insurance.
- Pay all fees (Title fee, Vehicle registration fee, 6% sales and use tax, local county fees, license plate fee if required (there is no charge for transferring plates).
- Get your license plates and registration stickers
How do I register a vehicle that I purchased from private seller?
It’s a similar registration and titling process compare to purchasing a vehicle from an auto dealer, but with some extra points:
- The seller is required to complete the transfer and title section.
- Fill out the Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (HSMV 82040 Form).
- Show proof of valid auto insurance.
- Fill out the Florida Insurance Affidavit.
- Get a power of attorney in case you are leasing a vehicle and you need to sign on behalf of your leasing company.
- Payment for title transfer fees: $75.25 for an electronic title, $77.75 for a paper title, and $2 per lien.
- Registration and license plate fees based on the weight of the vehicle.
Note that you both need to visit your local DMV and have a copy of every filed document to avoid future complications. If you are outside of Florida, you have the choice to submit your fees and other forms to your local county office by mail.
Do I need to carry my vehicle registration?
Florida drivers must carry their car registration with them or in their vehicle at all times. It is always good to have it handy, if a police officer pulls you over and requires you to show your registration and driver’s license.
When will my vehicle registration expire?
Once you register your car, the renewal date of your car registration is on your birthday (every year or every two years depending on your case). If the car is registered to more than one person, the renewal day would be on the date of birth of the person listed on the vehicle registration.
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I missed the 30 day deadline to register a car purchased from another person. What do I do now?
You still need to register your vehicle, you’re not allowed to drive without a plate and insurance.
Hi! I bought a used car from a dealership in Florida. They transferred the old tag from the old car to the new car. The old car is not drivable just sitting in driveway. I also canceled the insurance on old car the day we bought the new car. Just recently received notice to renew registration on broke car. How do I cancel the registration on broke car? My son might fix it up and sell it or he might junk the car he just hasn’t decided yet. Is there a certain form I need to fill out for non-use vehicle to the DMV? I just don’t want my license to be suspended because it’s registered with no insurance but I had no idea this was going to happen. I thought it would cancel out that registration because we got a new car transferred plates and it’s registered and insured. Thank you
Visit GoRenew online to verify which vehicles are registered under your name. If you need assistance to register the vehicle, eTags can help.
I’d like to buy a new car in another state. Do it have to bring it back to FL to license it, or can I just transfer my current FL tag to the new car, then register it online?
Hi there,
eTags can help with this! Once you purchase and have the title, we can help you transfer the title and transfer your old tag to the new vehicle. Once the transfer is complete, simply pop your tag onto your new car and go! Visit our site to place an order.
We just realized that the vehicle type is wrong on the registration and title (listed as Plymouth instead of Dodge) Does it matter until we sell it?
Hi there. Registration fees are determined by a lot of factors. Vehicle make is one. Your best bet is to contact DMV directly and inquire about changing the information on the title and registration. Only the DMV will be able to tell you if you can do this without doing a standard transfer. Good luck!
I currently have a specialty tag on my vehicle, but when my registration needs to be renewed I would like to change it to a different one. What costs are involved and will I be able to keep the one I currently have?
Hi there! You can certainly keep your specialty plate should you choose to get a new one. The plate belongs to you! The costs can’t really be estimated as it depends on different factors like, which specialty plate, is it personalized etc. If you place an order on our site for a specialty plate, all of the fees will be outlined before you submit payment. I hope this helps!
Hi, im a flight attendant moving to Florida. Will be driving out two cars, but still based in Chicago, going to leave third car there. Is this allowed, will not have car physically in Florida, but can provide all documents to register.
Thank you
If you’ll be residing/living in Florida, you’ll need to convert/transfer the title and register in FL. You can transfer and register online with eTags, no walk-ins needed. If you don’t have an FL driver’s license we’ll need proof of residence so we can ship paperwork to your address in FL. We can also ship to the other address that’s on your driver’s license. Just choose Florida and register vehicle to get started.
I just renewed the registration (online) on the car my daughter drives, but is in my name. We live at the same address. The decal should be arriving soon, but she would like to have a charity plate. Can she go to a tag agency with her new decal and pay extra to get the charity plate? Would I have to go too? Thanks
eTags does specialty plates online You can also personalize them.
Hi, my son just recently moved to Florida. He wasn’t sure he’d stay, and was looking for a job. He just found one and plans to stay. The car he is driving is in my husband and his name. We,his parents live in Pennsylvania. The car is registered in Pennsylvania. We don’t have a title, as it is not paid off yet (2 more years). It is currently insured in Pennsylvania. State inspection runs out in July. Can we keep the car registered and insured in Pennsylvania? If so, what about the state inspection. Thanks in advance
The vehicle should be registered within 30 days on becoming a resident in Florida. Considering you do not have the physical title, you (the owners) will need to contact your lienholder and request the title sent to eTags processing department in order to complete the title conversion. While the title is in transit, a license plate will be issued, after all requested docs are received:
required docs:
IDs for both parties, FL insurance, most current out of state registration and purchase agreement which will serve as proof of lien.
I’m going to buy a car from a dealer. However I’m going to use the tag on my current vehicle. Will I get a temporary tag for the new car to drive home? When can I physically switch tags?
Typically, the switch is completed at the dealer when you purchase the car; just bring the plate with you and your registration.
Can I get a new registration on my car if the current registration has a lein on it.
Usually, if the vehicle is already registered with plates, you would resolve the lien or other issue associated with that registration. Obtaining a new registration would mean paying the new plates fees of $225 plus the one year registration. Assuming, there is not a lien or other issue associated with the vehicle’s titles, you may be able to apply for a new registration.
My mother’s birthdate and her registration expiration date are not the same how I’d this possible. And how can she correct it?
Contact your local DMV
I am a medical student from Texas. I drove my dad’s car to Florida to attend clinical rotations. I will be here for a few months. His Texas vehicle registration is expiring this month. How can I register his vehicle in Florida without him being here?
You can Transfer Title online with eTags. There’s no need for your father to be in FL. It is recommended that you obtain a power of attorney from your father as there will be documentation that requires the owner’s signature: Form 82053 online
I recently moved to FL with a car that still has my out of state plates. I am buying a new car but it’s going to be a month or two before it is available. Should I get FL plates for my existing car, knowing it’ll be traded in soon? Or wait until the new car arrives? I’m hoping to get an environmental plate, so I know the dealership won’t carry it. Thank you!
Yes, you should get your Florida plates now for your existing car at which point you can request the environmental plate. The Florida DMV requires that you apply for your Fl license and plates within 30 days of establishing residency in the state. Once you are ready to trade in your existing car, the dealership will take care of the paperwork to transfer your FL plate to the new car. You can visit eTags.com and choose the title and registration option to apply for Florida plates for your existing car.
Hi There,
My son purchased a used vehicle at a dealership Nov 22, 21. They gave him a temp tag and said they would get the permanent plates. The first temp tag expired and they issued another temp tag and still no permanent plates. Now the temp tag is expired and he is driving around with a letter from the dealership to explain that they are working on getting a tag for him. Can we bypass the dealership and get a permanent plate on our own?
Thank you!
Because this vehicle has been purchased through a Florida based dealership, the dealership is required by law to process the title transfer and registration. Companies such as eTags or local tax agencies cannot interfere with dealer transactions. If the issue persists, please contact the Division of Motor vehicles for more information.
I am a Florida resident. I am divorced. Joint custody of my son who primarily lives with his mom in another state. I own the car he drives which is registered in the state my ex wife lives. As the owner of the vehicle do I need to register it in Florida or can I leave it registered in the other state?
It is recommended to leave it registered in the other state. The vehicle should remain registered where it is being driven.
I am a NY resident, but have been living in my family’s house in Florida for a couple of months while looking to purchase a house of my own in FL. Recently leased a car while in FL using family’s address, along with FL auto insurance under same address. Need to go back to NY for a few months and will leave car garaged in FL, but it will need to be moved to another family’s house temporarily. Do I need to change anything to new address until I get back to FL?
You do no need to change anything since the situation is temporary. You can drive the car again when you are ready as long as the tags are still valid.
Can I receive a license plate from a used car dealer after making purchase? I thought license plates in FL stay with the person and not the vehicle.
In a sale, license plates stay with seller not the vehicle. When motor vehicles are sold, the seller must remove the license plate from the vehicle and may transfer the plate to a new or replacement vehicle.
If my license is revoked but I am letting my mom use my car (still paying on the loan) and the insurance is under her name can I still renew my registration in Florida?
The DMV may place a stop or hold on your registration due to your license being revoked. You can check the VIN of the vehicle on this page and it will show if there is a stop on the registration. If no stop is returned, the registration can be renewed. Best of luck.
Hello, I’m looking to travel about two hours away to buy a new car. I will be transferring my current tag to the new car and NOT trading in my old car as I’m looking to sell it privately. Woukd I be able to drive my old car back home with out a tag or how would it be possible? Maybe a temporary tag? I don’t know.
You can get a temporary tag from the FL DMV for 30 days
I am in the process of buying a used car my last car a year ago had a title line on it will this stop me from registering a new used car
Hey there, so the two cars are not connected so it shouldn’t be a problem. Not sure we fully understand your questions, but maybe you mean that you want to transfer plates, from old car to new?
Hi, I moved to FL and got my FL drivers license in August 2021. I also registered my every day car in FL then. I have an antique auto that is being transported from NJ to FL for arrival next week. How long do I have to register that vehicle in FL?
Registration is needed when the vehicle is to be driven on public roads, so before you drive it around in FL, you’ll need to register it. You have 30 days to complete your vehicle registration once you get a job in the state, register your children at a Florida school, and/or establish Florida residency. Antique designation in FL is for vehicles manufactured in 1946 or later AND is 30 years old or more. You can register online with eTags
Hello. My car has been totaled and the insurance paid off the property damage and the title had been transferred to them (I signed a power of attorney document for them to handle the paperwork).
However, they told me I have to junk the car myself.
I will probably get a new car within a month. Do I have to surrender my plates to the DMV or can I put those plates on my new car?
Yes, in Florida, you can transfer your plate to another vehicle you own within same classification.
Hi, I am gifting my car to a family member in MA. that is registered in FL and taking my plate to buy another vehicle in FL. Can a dealer transfer the plate to the new car ? .
Registration license plates in Florida belong to the person who ordered it and not to a specific vehicle. You can transfer your license plate to any other vehicle you own within the same classification.
I am moving to Florida before the rest of my family. My wife will stay in a different state and will not have a FL license. I will have a FL license. All our vehicles are co owners, will I be able to register a vehicle in Florida with only me having a FL license and my wife having one from another state?
Yes, you will be able to register a vehicle in FL when you have a FL license and the co-owner has one from out-of-state.Go to etags online florida
and select the service type ‘Transfer Your Title’. Once the order has been summited, and you have summited the payment of the eTags service fee, you will be sent an email to complete the application, and upload an image of both owners’ ID’s, title (front & back), proof of residency for the requested shipping address, and proof of Florida insurance for the vehicle. Once those documents have been submitted, your order will be reviewed by a Title Specialist.
What is the procedure to purchase a vehicle from a private party and drive it out of Florida? Can I drive it back home to SC with just a bill of sale and no plates? I can provide insurance on the vehicle the day of the sale.
Hello there, you’ll need a temporary tag from the FL DMV.
I want to transfer my Wisconsin registered car to my boyfriend who lives in Florida. Can I keep the Wisconsin plate or will I get a new Florida license plate?
When transferring an out-of-state vehicle to Florida, you will receive a new Florida license plate. You can submit an order to complete a transfer in your boyfriend’s name by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question To begin the reviewing process, we require an image of the original title, your boyfriend’s driver license or passport, and proof of Florida insurance.
I just recently moved from NY to FL and need to register my vehicle. It is currently inoperable and cannot be driven. Because of this, I had a notary public certify the VIN verification form (HSMV 82042). Since I will be residing in FL and the car is currently inoperable, I surrendered the NY plates and registration to the NY DMV. I currently have the required FL insurance, am going to get a FL drivers license, and have all other required documents. Is my NY registration document and/or NY plates needed to register the car in FL? Also, do I need to present the car for inspection again if I have the completed KSMV 82042 form?
Your NY registration document and plate is not needed to register your vehicle in Florida. You can submit an order to complete a title transfer and registration by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question
To begin the process, we require an image of the original title (front and back), your driver license, proof of Florida insurance, and the notarized VIN Verification forms.
2 months ago I turned in FL plates for a car I sold. This past weekend I purchased a new car and will be transferring the vanity plate from our current car to the new car. Thus, I need to get new plates for the old car. Any idea if any of the new plate fees will be waived due to the plate transfer or since I turned in plates so recently.
Thanks.
Hey there, it would be best to ask this question to your local County Tax Collector or agency to which you surrendered the plate.
My father forgot to renew his tags . His birthday was 7/14/2021. He is 86 ,and doesn’t drive the vehicle he owns. Me and my brother drive him around.
So , since it’s just been a few days late , will he be made to pay a fine for being late ?
Will they take into account these things , his age and mental health , memory issue’s , when deciding a penalty ?
Typically, 6 months of expiration leads to a big fine of $500. But you’ll see flat fees on this article http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0320/Sections/0320.07.html which can be as little as $5. If you’d like to renew the registration online and not have to drive anywhere for your card and sticker, you can do it at
https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_id=blogquestion
My wife’s father passed away in FL. He left behind a vehicle to her. She has a NJ driver’s license. She want’s to transfer the car title and registration to herself, and leave the vehicle in FL to use when visiting. Can she register and insure the vehicle in FL with a NJ license?
Your wife can register and insure the vehicle in Florida using her NJ driver’s license, however, she must also have a registered Florida address. If she does, then you can submit an order to transfer the title and registration by visiting
https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question
To begin the process, we require an image of the original title, your wife’s driver license, her father’s death certificate, her proof of Florida residency and Florida insurance.
Can i drive my car with insurance but i have an appointment to the dmv to get my title tag and registration?
To drive a car in FL you need auto insurance, if you get pulled over you can get your license suspended. Also, you need insurance to register your vehicle.You can do title and tag online at https://www.etags.com/app/us?utm_source=blog_question
Hi, I want to buy my leased car, I was told by the dealer that I’d need to change tags *+(license plate), is that accurate? if so, why? seems to me a way to make me pay extra $. Thanks in advance.
When you lease a vehicle, you are not charged the initial registration fee of $225.00 for the license plate. By choosing to purchase the vehicle that you are leasing, you will be required to pay the $225.00 for the plate you currently have
What is the process to follow when buying a leased vehicle (ie what forms are needed, etc)? I sent a payoff check to my leasing company and am expecting a clear title to be sent back within a week.
Make sure you have the title transferred and signed over to you so that you can register for license plate. The title is about ownership, the registration is for you to be able to drive it on the road legally. You’ll also need proof of insurance. You can get your motorcycle plate with eTags online!
I recently re-located to Florida and have a leased car registered in another state. How do I register a lease if I don’t have the title? Thanks
hey there, you can register a leased vehicle with etags online without a title, we’ll ask for a title release form. Just go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog_section and select title transfer/registration
Hi there) I want to transfer the registration of the leased vehicle from New York to Florida. The services say it doesn`t support it. Do I need to get a FL driving license or can I use NY DL?
We actually complete transfers for leased vehicles, so sorry for the mishap. We are currently fixing the issue on the site. For now you can use this link: https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question and choose this option: “The Vehicle Has/Had a Lien
To answer your question, you can use your NY driver license to transfer the registration from New York to Florida. To begin the process, we will require an image of your NY driver’s license, proof of Florida insurance for the leased vehicle, a vehicle registration document from the state of NY, and the lease agreement.
Ok im living in Tampa but the dealership is in Pinellas County, so will the dealer do the tag for me or a temporary tag? And do I need insurance before I buy a car or after I buy it, (first time car buyer)
If you’re shopping for a new car and you don’t have an existing car insurance policy, you need to make sure you have insurance coverage before you drive your new ride home. for temp tags, typically that happens with dealerships, but it’d be best to ask them on how they proceed. Here’s more info on temp tags: https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/license-plates-registration/
I own a vacation home in Florida and want to leave a vehicle there year round, can I register it in Florida if I insure it in Florida? I have it registered and insured in Massachusetts but don’t want to have to drive it home once a year for an inspection sticker that MA requires since its an older vehicle.
Thanks
Yes, you can submit an order to transfer the title and register your vehicle in Florida by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question. To begin the process, we will require a copy of the original title, your driver license and proof of Florida liability insurance.
How would I go about registering my car if I don’t have a physical address yet in the state of Florida. I am moving soon and will be staying with in an airbnb while I look for homes, work, etc. Can I use a PO Box?
Yes, you can use a PO Box address with etags as long as you’re able to provide proof of residency for that address. If there is a way to register the Airbnb as a temporary address with the Post Office, you can use that as well. You can register here at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog_question
I am in a similar situation. My husband got a job and we moved to Florida. We will be in an Airbnb for 3 months while our house get ready. We’ll sign the purchase agreement in a couple or weeks but our tentative move in date will be middle September. With the proof of his Florida job, would we be able to buy a car and register it in Florida even without a permanent physical address? I appreciate ur insights.
Thanks
The purchase agreement can be used as a proof residency to register a vehicle in Florida. If you are planning to purchase a car from a private sale, then you can submit an order to transfer the title and register the vehicle by visiting
https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog_question
Hi,
I’m a FL resident and purchased a vehicle from a dealer in NJ – only for display purposes (will not be driven on roads). I’ve asked them NOT to register the vehicle for me, and I was given the original title.
Do I have to register the vehicle (get the plates and insurance) even though it’s only for display, or I don’t have to until I decide to drive it (if ever) ?
Thanks
The vehicle only needs to be registered and insured if it will be operated on public roads.
My zip code spans 2 counties. Right now the new car is registered in the county I do not live in. Do I have to change the county of registration?
Hey there, so no you don’t have to change the county for a registration renewal when you renew with etags at https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question
You can also change your address with the DMV before registering
I purchased a vehicle privately, the title date on the title is 6/2/2004 and Tennessee DMV has 6/7/2004. Florida will not register the vehicle due the the error on Tennessee’s data transfer. How do I fix this situation?
You would need to have the previous owner obtain a corrected title from the Tennessee DMV, then sign that title over to you. Once that’s been done, you can submit an order to complete a transfer of ownership by visiting etags online at https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question. We will require an image of the front and back of the title; your driver license or passport; and a proof of Florida insurance.
Weird situation. Looking to buy a car soon. However, just before selling my car privately, I was rear ended. Obviously, holding off on selling the vehicle to my buyer until the damage is repaired. In the meantime, I am closing in on a deal for my new car. My plan was to sell my old car and transfer my tag to the new car. But now I might end up with a new car before the work is complete on my old car. I know temp tags are common when getting a new tag. Is it possible to get a temp tag at the dealership and then transfer my old tag to the new car within 30 days after I’m able to repair and sell it?
Here’s where you’ll find temp tag info from the FL DMV https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/license-plates-registration/
I have a vehicle that I am paying off from a dealership in Texas. It hasn’t been registered since 2019. I live in Florida now, what do I need to bring with me to the DMV to get it registered in Florida? I just got a Florida drivers license and Florida insurance.
Hey there, eTags handles registrations online. You can go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question and follow the prompts.
I’m buying my leased vehicle – Can I keep my current tag
If your paperwork such as registration is all up to date, current and valid, then you can keep your license plate
If I am buying out my lease from a dealership here in Florida,what are the transfer charges from the lease to the purchase? I do currently have a tag on the vehicle now.
When buying out a leased vehicle, the DMV fee will include the transfer fee of $85.75 and the registration between $289.10 and $299.10. To complete a transfer of ownership, please visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog_question To begin the reviewing process, we require an image of the original title, your driver license, your proof of Florida insurance and the Bill of Sale confirming the purchase of the leased vehicle. eTags has additional service fees for online process.
If you buy your tags a month early in FL when must you put the new on on?
you could put them as soon as you get tags
so I’m from Missouri but move to Arkansas. my plates expired and i had to go renew them. the lady over the phone told me I will need my car title, proof of insurance and identification. once everything was done I noticed I didn’t get back my title. is there a reason why, do I need to fill out a new title for this state.
Hey there, not sure who you dealt with for your registration but contacting them back or the Arkansas DMV at https://mydmv.arkansas.gov/
I drive a company vehicle and the sticker on plate expired a mo th ago – they emailed me a new registration but no sticker. Will this be acceptable to continue driving the car?
No you shouldn’t drive a car without the sticker, since if you get pulled over you’ll get a ticket “failure to display”.
If my primary residence is in New Jersey, but I still own a vacation property in Florida, can I still keep my Florida license plates on the vehicle I’m driving in NJ? I’m only in Florida for a couple or three months a year, and my primary residence and business are located in New Jersey.
Assuming you cancel the Florida insurance when you travel back to NJ, it is recommended that you register the vehicle in New Jersey.
My mom and I are co-owners of my vehicle. I moved out at the end of December and my apartment complex said I will have to update the address on my vehicle registration in order to get a parking permit. I’m not sure what to do since my mom still lives at the address on my registration.
if there are two names on the registration, the address on the registration can be that of either of the two listed. It is easy to update the address via GoRenew by ordering a “duplicate” (this is the paper portion of the registration only without a decal).
Hello,
I am a California resident and will like to purchase a car in Florida for my temporary medical training which will be around 3 years. Is it possible for me to do so with a California driver’s license? to register the car and to have FL insurance?
Thank you
Hey there, no you don’t need a FL driver license you could use the CA one. You would need a FL insurance though and proof or residency like a utility bill. https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blogquestion
Hello,
I just recently moved from California to Florida. And I had a question in regards to registration. Can I register my car without changing my California plates??
In order to registered to register your vehicle in Florida, Florida license plates must be issued. You can submit an order to register your vehicle in Florida by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blog_question
I got a letter saying my drivers license will be suspended on the 24th if i don’t surrender my plates Since they are expired with no insurance, but the car they are for is sold and the 6 month insurance policy ended. I’m buying a new car tomorrow from a dealership could i still use the plates for the new car, can the 2 month long expired plates be transfered? If they can what are the actions I need to take so the tax collectors know they been transferred to new car with insurance so they don’t suspended my license?
yes the plates can be transferred but you should inform the dealership first. The dealership is typically responsible for the registration. If by any chance the dealership does not fulfill that responsibility, we could assist with Transfer plate order at https://www.etags.com/app/fl#utm_source=blogquestion
I’m in Florida. My lease is coming to an end and I’m considering buying the car. I have my old license plate from my previously owned car which I lost due to a crash. I’m aware that the license plate in the leased car is the dealer’s. The question would be, do I need to pay for the new registration and get a new license plate or can I use my old license plate to be transferred to the car once I buy it?
If you’re going to own the car you buy, you can transfer your old license plate to it without having to pay the new registration.
If I go to jail can my boyfriend turn in my tag for me since I’ll be unable to keep my auto insurance policy?
You can contact your tax collector’s office for surrendering your plates, you may be able to also surrender them by mail.
Hi I have a question can I still register my car if it’s been two months passed since I bought it I had to fix a few thing I have my title signed by the private seller I bought it from
Sure you can, you may have some late fees (not sure if your previous tags are expired) though depending on your exact situation. You can register online at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Hello, my friend (co purchaser) and I bought a car from a private seller about 4 months ago. However, we never registered it cause it needed fixing and times got rough with the pandemic. We finally got it running and able to get the funds. Can the co purchaser register the vehicle under his name alone.
Hi there, yes the co-purchaser would be able to submit their information alone, but ONLY If its an OR title (not an AND). You can go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to register online
Hi I recently moved from ct to Florida and paid off my car the got lost in the mail . I have applied for a duplicate title they told me today it could take weeks or months before I get it .now the extension on my temp tag will expire . I have no title no other car . So what am I suppose to do when my th expires.?
We may be able to assist you by providing you your permanent FL tags with the condition that the title will be turned before the registration is renewed on the next renewal period. Please give our support team a call at 888-633-5332 so that we can get your vehicle information and confirm if this will be possible.
My husband passed we have a car in Florida and the tag is 4 days over due can I still register. Also I can’t find the registration helpn
I’m not sure if you’re on the title of the car too, in order for you to renew the registration. You’ll also need a few documents to go along with the application such as a certified copy of the death certificate and proof of identity (driver license/ID card/valid passport). You can go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to apply or call our customer support for assistance on the process.
I bought my car in Illinois, and financed it so I don’t own it. Florida requires that I have the title to register. How do I get a title if I don’t own the car? And how do I register it without the title?
To transfer a vehicle with a lien, you must complete a Title Release Form, then submit the form to your lienholder. This form would instruct your lienholder to mail the original title directly to the agency. After the Title Release Form has been submitted, you can proceed with registering your vehicle in Florida with the following required documents: (1) Your driver’s license, (2) Proof of Florida insurance, and (3) The Retail Installment Agreement. You can submit an order to register your vehicle by visiting https://www.etags.com/?utm_source=blogquestion
I brought a car from a private owner my title and registration & etc been shipped by Etag and I’ve received a copy of the title can the car be driven while waiting for the other documents in the mail
Check your status from the emails that were sent to you from eTags. You should have i believe a downloadable digital etag for your registration that you can use temporarily.
Im a florida resident who bought a car from NY. I have the title from the guy and i need to transfer the title into my name and register the car in florida. However, there is no appointment times at the dmv and i think you can only register it in person. Can i do it through this website and how?
hey there, yes you can just go to this link https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and the app or website will prompt you with questions about your vehicle, and you can do it all online. We also have a customer support phone number should you need help, but otherwise we’ll be sending you emails about your transfer
Can I register my car in florida as it is almost due?
To register your car in FL online, go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Two of my leased cars’ lease expires on 12/24 while cars’ registration renewal is due on 11/24. I plan to go for new lease around 12/24 what are the best options for current leased cars (renewal due on 11/24) and new leased cars (may happen around 12/24)
A vehicle must have a valid registration to operate on Florida roads, so, even though your lease will expire on 12/24, you must renew the registration for both vehicles when it comes due. If you decide to go for a new lease around 12/24, you would then be able to transfer the renewed license plate onto the newly leased vehicle(s). You can submit an order to renew the registration for your leased vehicles by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question
Hello. I’m an active-duty military currently stationed in California. My wife is here with me, we just traded in our lease and picked up a new leased vehicle here in California but we would like to transfer our Florida tags to the new lease. We currently cannot travel to Florida to try and register the new leased vehicle. Can we do this online and what paperwork would we need? Thank you.
Yes, you can complete the transfer of your Florida tag to the new lease by visiting
https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
You would need to provide the following required documents: (1) Both owner’s driver license, (2) Your vehicle registration document from the State of California, (3) Your proof of insurance, (4) The lease agreement and (5) Your military orders.
Hello. We are Florida residents. We bought a new car and transferred tags from our old car. My brother who lives in another state wants our old car, but cannot pick it up. Can we get a temporary tag to drive the car to him so he can register it in his home state?
If the vehicle will be titled in another state, the buyer will need to contact that state for proper titling procedures. The buyer may purchase a temporary tag at a motor vehicle service center that will be valid for 30 days so that they may legally drive the vehicle to that state. The buyer must pay Florida sales tax when purchasing the temporary tag. More info here: https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/consumer-education/buying-vehicle-florida/buying-private-sale/
I am the registered owner of a vehicle in Maryland and my daughter is using my car in Florida where she lives, she has a Florida drivers license and I am still paying for the vehicle so I can’t just transfer it to her name at this time, it will not be for a year or two. Is it illegal for her to drive this car in Florida full time, or do we have to pay it off and get it registered in Florida, she has been getting grief from the police about this at least monthly.
eTags refrains from giving legal advice, maybe contacting the FL DMV can help.
I just bought a car and the seller didn’t get the title from the bank yet but I have a copy of his ID and a hard copy of the BILL OF SALE completed. Can I use that to get my car registered?
No you would need the title, as it is required in order to register the vehicle.
Hello, I registered and used one of my 3 cars for about 2 years but decided to only use 2 out of the 3 afterwards. Now I want to switch cars to the one I havent used since then, can I just renew my tags on it and switch the license plate over without having to go to the dmv?
You do not want to renew the registration before transferring the tag as this will result in unnecessary fees. eTags can transfer a plate for you so you do not have to go into the DMV. Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion and select “Transfer Plate” from the Services drop down menu and follow the instructions.
Why am I getting a registration renewal notice from a county tax collector that is not the county I live in or where the car was purchased? In fact, I live in Lee County and the notice is from Suwannee County, 320 miles away.
Contact the tax collector for more details. they may have the wrong address on your file.
Hi! My permanent residence is in NY, but I’m currently in Florida at mom’s residence. I’m now in the process of moving to FL – can I purchase a vehicle now in Florida and do tax/title/tag/resgister etc. and use my mom’s residence as the address since I’ll be temporarily living with her? I do have a valid Florida driver’s license still (but with a previous home address, which we just sold). Is the FL driver’s license enough to purchase and process the vehicle in Florida while I finalize my move from NY? Thank you!
You can purchase the vehicle and complete the title transfer and registration. In order to you your mother’s address, you will have to provide proof of residency for that address. A proof of residency can be any piece of mail with your name and the address on it). You can go to
http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to complete your order.
My wife bought a car in Florida, she did not receive her plates and registration till after the registration was expired and now when she tries to register the vehicle, it says that plates are not assigned to a vehicle. Is this normal for Florida or was she duped at the dealership?
Dealerships are suppose to complete their title and registration work within 30 days of the purchase date IF they charged you for this service, (You can locate the fees for this service under Title/Registration on your invoice.) On occasion, a dealership may require the purchaser to register and pay for the registration and plate independently. (In this instance there should be no fee for “Registration” on the invoice.) If you were charged for the service and it has been more than 30 days OR if you believe an error may have occurred, you will want to contact the dealership and speak to either their Title Department or your sales representative. While it would be unusual for a dealership to knowingly “dupe” its customer, errors can and do occur. If you decide to register or renew the vehicle registration yourself, you may do so at your nearest local DMV office.
I am about to end a leased car in Florida. I‘m being gifted a car to use when my lease ends. Can I still use my same license plate and transferring the tag to the new car?
Yes, you can transfer the plate from the leased vehicle to the new car. However, you will be responsible for paying the $225 initial registration fee owed to the state.
i receive a car like a gift 3 years ago but never registry because the car need some work,now its fix but i dont find the title and i dont have any information about the last owner,how can get a new title without that information
If you have a Bill of Sale confirming that the vehicle was gifted to you, then you can go in person at a a motor vehicle service center to transfer the title in your name. If you do not have a Bill of Sale, then you must contact the DMV to see what options you may have in this particular situation. https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/
I am purchasing a vehicle from an individual that needs work to make it road worthy. This will take time and money so I will not need it registered for the road for about a year. Can I title this vehicle in my name and not register it for the road until it is ready?
Yes, you can transfer the title in your name without registering the vehicle. Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion and select Service Type: Transfer Title/Registration. When answering questions online, select NO PLATE to only transfer the title.
My fiance just bought a vehicle from a private seller. Am I able to go to the DMV in her place to register the vehicle?
If you have the title, then yes but check to see if you’ll need an appointment due to pandemic. If you rather register your vehicle online, you can go to
http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Hi my daughter brought a used overpriced car from a dealer in Jacksonville Fl. The temporary tags expired 3 times. According to them They ” lost her file”
Finally her tags came in and they want to charge her almost $200.00 a COD FEE. Don’t dealership get paid for tag fees when they sell the car?
Although it is ideal for dealers to charge taxes, title transfer and registration fees initially, it’s not always the case. We recommend that you revise the sales contract to ensure you have not already paid any registration fees.
My vehicle registration is expired but I renewed it online. Am I able to drive while waiting for the new one in the mail?
If you renewed your registration with eTags, on your status page you’ll see a digital e-tag for temporary use until you get in the mail. if you renewed on another platform/company/dmv, that would depend on their own offerings. You can check on their website. Here’s the DMV website https://www.flhsmv.gov/
Hello! I’m from Pensacola, FL and am on vacation in Orlando, FL. I just bought a car from a private seller in St. Petersburg, FL. Do I need to get a tag before driving he car home to Pensacola? If so, as I am not a resident of Orange County, how do I get an appointment at DMV to get a temporary tag? I have the Bill of Sale, clean title, and insurance on the car, but I don’t know if that is enough to keep me permissible for my drive home without plates or anything.
The vehicle must to registered in order to be legally driven. You may obtain a 30 temporary tag at the County Tax Collector’s office and will want to schedule an appointment given the current pandemic. The Pinellas County Tax Collector’s number (St. Petersburg) is 727-464-7777. The Orange County Tax Collector’s number (Orlando) is (407) 434-0312.
We have two cars and one is garaged in another state and won’t be driven for the next nine months. The registration and insurance are due soon. If I don’t want to waste money on these what are my options? Can I get in trouble for not paying both?
For the vehicle which is garaged, you will want to notify your County Tax Collector that you wish to either “suspend” the plate/registration (temporarily) or “forfeit” the plate/registration (permanent). This will prevent late fees and/or back taxes for accruing for that tag. The registration and insurance for the other vehicle which is still to be on the road need to maintained as always and is unaffected by any actions taken with the first tag.
Hi, in FL what if the registration is under two peoples name? Whose birthday would the registration expire on? Is it our choice?
The birthday utilized by Florida DMV will always be that of the first person on title and registration. It is not optional.
Me and my husband name is on the title but i don’t have know license but the tag got his date birth on the tag can he still get the tag
If the tag is his, he can renew it
Am I allowed to laminate my vehicle registration?
Yes, with exception of the decal.
Good morning, I live in Lakeland, Fl. I’m about to purchase another vehicle. My current vehicle needs a new motor so it’s inoperable.
I’m going to transfer the tags to the new car. Do I have to have the old car with tags and insurance if it’s parked in my garage? I want to restore it, but it’s going to take some time.
if the vehicle is not being used, the license plate must be surrendered to the DMV so that you’re not charged back taxes.
Hello. Quick Question
My husband is military, that being said.. Our family is stationed in Fort Riley, KS. I’m wanting to get my vehicle back on the road (i turned in my license plate last year) I called a few days ago and lady in the phone said it would cost $78.80 and to mail a money order, proof of insurance, and my husbands orders. Do i need to write a note with my mail saying that i need my license plate to be sent to my address? If so, how would i word it. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE!
Hey there, not sure who you’re contacting but guessing it’s the DMV. Since you’re already in communication, we suggest contacting them and seeing what they need in terms of documentation.
I intend to purchase my leased car,only to turn it over to another dealer. I will neither drive or register this car am I required to pay a sales tax?
yes, if you’re purchasing it.
Hi.I’m in Fl and financing a car thats inoperable.My registration is expired and my insurance policy is about to end.Do I need insurance if my car isn’t registered,non-drivable but still making car payments?Please help!
It’d be best to contact the organization providing the financing.
Hello,
I am purchasing a vehicle from a private seller in another part of the state. Can I register a vehicle in a county that I don’t live in? What would be my best option?
Thanks
You should be able to walk into any Tax Collector or tag office to register the vehicle, whether or not you are a resident of that county. However, some counties are known to turn away non-residents so we recommend calling ahead to confirm. Alternatively, you can visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to register the vehicle assuming you will not need the new plates the same day in order to drive the vehicle back to your county of residence.
Hi, I’m living in Florida, I just got a NOT WORKING car from a friend and just wondering if I can wait until the car get repaired to register in DMV in 6 months or more to avoid paying insurance.
you can wait for as long as you want before completing the transfer and registration. Just there might be a late penalty.
My father-in-law passed away in December and we are just finishing up getting everything moved down to Florida (from South Carolina). Before he passed, he gave my husband his old Thunderbird (which doesn’t run). He signed the title but never gave it to him as he passed away unexpectedly. We brought the car, and the title we finally found, to Florida on a car hauler in April. We don’t have insurance on it as it is just sitting in our driveway and cannot currently be driven. My question is do we have to register it and also can we get the title switched over with no insurance as it is an inoperable car?
Hey there, typically you register a car so that you can legally drive it on public roads. In your case in FL. Title of vehicle shows ownership. This FAQ https://www.labovick.com/2015/05/29/considered-inoperable-car-need-insured/ from law firm might help you find the information you need. You can also contact the FL DMV by phone or online, because different counties may have different rules. This is for Broward in South Florida: https://www.broward.org/MunicipalServicesDistrict/CommCodeStandards/Pages/InoperableVehicles.aspx As far as insurance, it’s on case to case basis.
Hi,
I live in Jacksonville,Florida.My car registration is expiring on 5th July.I got stuck in India due to corona crisis,My is in parking area and m not driving it.just wanted to check do I need to get registration renewed before it expire?since I m outside the country and doesn’t seem to back in near future.
Pls advise what should I do in this situation.
Thanks
Prem
You’ll probably have to pay penalties if you register after you tags are expired.
i have a car i bought in florida 2015 i havent had it registered yet. im out of state right now. my mother is in florida she wants to register and insure it in her name for me so it can be driven . keeping title in my name. want to know what i need to do so it can be registered .
If the title is in your name alone, you’ll have to transfer it to your mom so that mom could title the car and register it in her(mother) name. Keep in mind that whatever is on the title needs to be reflected on the registration; therefor, the title must either be transferred to the mom only, or her name needs to be added on the title as a co-owner so that she could register it.
Hi I am in Florida and an inoperable car was given to me as a gift. A bill of sale was completed, signed, and motorized. Along with the title. Am I able to transfer the title only, without insurance only until I get the vehicle running(6months) and then insure and register it?
Yes, you can transfer the title now, then register the vehicle whenever you’re ready to drive it. Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and select this serve: Transfer Title/Registration.
Hi I am a Florida resident with a 2nd home in NC where I will be for the next 3 months. I purchased a used vehicle and everything is completed but I am told the only way I can register the car is have the vin verification form verified IN FL!! I want the new tags mailed to NC so I can drive the car and return to Fl in 2months. COV 19 also complicated things. What should I do?
If you are registering the vehicle with Florida plates, you can have the VIN verified by a police office from any state, including a NC police officer. Visit eTags.com/app/fl to place an order and you can mail the vin verification and title in so that we can complete the transfer and issue a new plate. We will mail your new Florida plates to the address you choose in Florida or North Carolina.
Hi, I moved from North Carolina to Florida in December 2019. I tried to get my car registered after obtaining my Florida Drivers license. But due to an issue with my Drivers license at that time, I was denied registration and asked to correct DL first. I contacted FL DMV and submitted request to fix my DL in January 2020 which they said would be completed within 4 weeks. I travelled to my home country at the end of January 2020 and got stuck due to Covid international travel ban. Now I got laid off from work and my work visa is revoked. I won’t be able to come back anytime soon. Meanwhile my car’s registration from North Carolina expired on 3/31/2020. Due to registration expiration, I have problems parking my car at my friend’s house or any long term parking. How can I get the car registered without me physically being present? Also, is it possible to sell the car in Florida with expired registration from another state? Do you provide registration services for cases like this? Appreciate your quick response. Thanks.
in any state, parking a vehicle with expired tags may result in warnings or citations issued per city or county ordinances. Please contact the NC DMV to inquire about your options with the currently expired tags. And you can sell a vehicle in Florida even if the tags are expired. It would be the buyer’s responsibity to secure a valid registration to operate the vehicle. You may indeed direct your future buyer to eTags.com where they will find the option to transfer the title and apply for Florida plates.
My parents are bringing their car to give to me from another state. Do I have to get a Florida license plate for it? Also, I noticed in your article that registration needs to have an auto insurance card from Florida. I want to be under my parents’ insurance though (they don’t live in Florida). Would that be okay or no?
If you live in Florida, yes you need a FL registration which yes means a plate. The vehicle needs to be insured in FL, so the parents would have to get Florida coverage for you. You can go to etags.com/app/fl and choose the Moving to Florida service.
It would be easier and quicker if you would get the insurance coverage first, then begin the process with etags..that way way the signed title, ID and Insurance information could be submitted all at once and speed up the process.
I am looking at purchasing a vehicle from a private seller. The vehicle has not been registered for 8-9 years. What fees while I be required to pay when registering it in my name
The amount of time the seller has allowed the registration to lapse will not affect what you need to pay. There will be a $225 new plate fee plus the yearly registration fee based on the weight. The title transfer fee can be up to $120. You can place an order with eTags to complete the registration process online by visiting etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer.
Can I tag and register acar with a permit
Hey there, this article will help you. https://www.sapling.com/8691278/florida-purchasing-car-learners-permit
Hi I received my registration sticker in the mail, but it seems to be impossible to get off the paper that it was sent on. What do I do?
There are 2 layers, try to make sure you’re peeling off the layer that’s not glued to the paper.
If we have a loan for a car, are both names required on the registration? We’d like it to be in only one of our names. Also, can the registration be under one name and the loan under another?
he lienholder will require that the registration be in both of the names listed on the loan. It cannot be in one person’s nor in the name of someone completely different. If you are moving to Florida, you can place an order to transfer the title and apply for a Florida registration by visiting eTags.com/app/fl. We’ll contact the lienholder to get the required information and clearances so that you can complete the process online and possibly in advance of any pending move. Stay safe.
Hello, I’m a previous international student in the state of Florida. I graduated and returned back to my country and kept my car with my friend since I will come back to continue studying for another degree. My registration has been expired now for 1 week and my car is parked in my friends’ house and not being used at all. What action should I take? I’m coming back to the US in August. Should I wait until I come back to renew my registration? Can you please help me with this?
If the vehicle is not being used and there is no problem having the vehicle at your friend’s house, you may wait to renew when you come back. There will be a late penalty fee. Or you may renew with us at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog_question. We can mail the registration to your friend’s home so you don’t have to worry about it when you come back.
I am an old truck that had some major engine issues. I have the truck ripped apart and slowly putting a new engine in it. I wont be driving this truck for atleast another year. do i still have to have a new sticker for it every year? even if the engine is out sitting in the garage? and will i get a penalty if i let it go past the renewal date?
You will be penalized if you do not surrender the plate, I recommend that you return the plate so it wont look like you are just not registering. Keep in mind that when you want to drive, you will have to do a new registration.
After renewing my tag online after it has been expired can I be able to drive it even if I haven’t received my tag sticker
Per state law, you can be cited for not having a current sticker on the plate even if you have already renewed and have the most recent registration card. We provide a copy of the registration card via email when you review on eTags.com/app/fl but it would be at a Police Officer’s discretion to accept the registration card copy if you haven’t yet received the sticker in the mail.
I have a leased car currently with Florida license plates. I am using a lease broker and getting a new leased car out of Nebraska, and I want to simply turn my current lease in to a local dealer and transfer my current plates, but they are telling me its not possible and that I need to get Pennsylvania plates but I’m currently in PA temporarily for work, but won’t explain why. Is this accurate? All i want to do is simply transfer my plates from my old leased car to my new leased car
The dealership in Pennsylvania is correct in stating that they would only be able to issue you PA plates since the transfer of a Florida plate must be completed by a Florida dealer or tag agency. We would need more details, particularly, how the broker/lienholder/dealership will be completing the first leg of the title transfer before it is ultimately leased to you, in order to provide information on other options you may have. One possibility is having the PA dealership issue 30-temporary PA tags if this is approved by the leasing company. You can then immediately apply to have your Florida plate transferred by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer. Before you do that though, you would need to confirm if the leasing company would approve leasing the new car to you with temporary PA tags and in which state the vehicle is being titled (NE, PA, FL, etc) once the vehicle is leased to you.
My wife and I both have SUV’s of the same make and model. One is a 2016 and the other is a 2019. The older vehicle is owned and the renewal is $46.85. The newer vehicle is leased and the renewal is $85.35. Do the renewal costs vary by the age of the car or own/lease status? I can’t see anything listed online to answer this question .
Yes, the lease status has extra charge.
As a FL dealer how do I issue a metal plate to a customer who does not have one to transfer? I know I would need to issue a temp tag, but what steps do I take/what paperwork is required to submit to the DMV after the temp tag is issued?
The customer would have to apply for a Replacement plate in person and then the dealership would transfer that new plate number. (eTags is not currently issuing Replacements.) The registered owner can also go online at gorenew.com but then they will b waiting for it in the mail and won’t know the plate number until it is received.
I’m a Florida resident and go back and forth to NY. Can I drive my Florida registered vehicle in NY without having to change the registration? Will I ever be required to change the registration to NY?
No, as long as your permanent residence is in Florida.
Hi, if I bought a car from a dealership and paid all fees, transferred my tag from the car I traded a 2015 Honda accord sport to a 2011 Infiniti QX56. Can the dealership change my registration 2 months later and tell me that I owe them money for the cost of a new registration and the registration renewal date is not my birthdate?
The registration I received from the dealership on the day of purchase shows my renewal sticker as Jan of 2021 which is my birthday month. I received a call 2months later from the dealer and they say that because of the weight of my vehicle my renewal date will change to 12/2020 and I owe them 45 dollars because of this change. I don’t mind paying if this is correct but it sounds kind of strange. Can you help with this question?
This all sounds plausible. The dealership did not process the original registration properly, If it were a larger, reputable dealership, they would cover the additional costs.
We are “snow-birds” and just bought a home in Florida. We want to lease a new car there. Our current car is registered in NY. Do I need to change my license to a Florida license when I register and insure this new leased car there and, if the answer is yes, will I legally be able to drive my current car that is registered and insured in NY while having the Florida drivers license?
you do not need to change your license to a Florida license. When you go to the dealership to lease the car, they will accept your NY license but you will need to secure a Florida insurance provider. If you choose to change your license to a Florida license, you will need to confirm with the NY DMV on what they allow or require with NY registered and insured vehicles.
Hi
I live in ny and buying a motor home From a private seller in FL.
How can I legally drive the Motorhome back to ny?
The seller offered to lend me transport plates. And to add the VIN to my insurance, would this suffice?
Thanks
The valid transport plates should suffice. Normally, you would be able to get drive out temp tags from DMV but given the circumstances of pandemic, the transport plate should work.
Can njjj I renew my wife’s car registration without her present at the dmv?
We’re not sure about the DMV due to the pandemic situation. Many branches have different operating hours, if at all. And it probably varies by county so you may have to research something close by to you. eTags offers registration renewals online, you can check it out at etags.com/app/fl
I bought a car while visiting N.C. but I’m a Florida resident, to get the title transferred to my name and get it registered/plates, would I have to go to a FL dmv or can I do this online? I’m sorta stuck here cause I can’t drive it back with out it registered.
You can go to etags.com/app/fl and select ‘Moving To Florida’ to transfer the title and register the vehicle in Florida.
Hey. I’m buying a truck from a private seller. If I insure the vehicle and I have a bill of sale and title can I drive it back from Tampa to Orlando. The seller unfortunately has no plate for vehicle. DMVs are closed secondary to Covid
No, in that instance, the vehicle is not legally registered to be on the road. As far as DMV closed, some are still open by appointment only. You may be able to get temporary plates.
I am a Florida resident. I sold a car in Florida and have the plates that were on that vehicle. I am buying a car in Maryland from a dealership. Is there any way to transfer the Florida plates to the new car bought in Maryland.
yes you can transfer the license plate onto the new vehicle.
Daughter who lives in PA is buying a used vehicle in FL from a dealer. Can she get a 30 day Florida temp tag to transport to PA in order to only pay tax when she registers it there?
yes she could do that, she needs to be aware that she will be on her own to register once the plate expires. In regards to tax she would pay in FL, which can go to 7% …in Pa in looks to be 6%
Can a tag be transferred from my aunt to me if she desires?
unfortunately no, tags are not transferable between owners
I am buying a car in Maryland, but live in Florida. The Tax Collector told me they do not issue temporary plates to drive the vehicle back to Florida and Maryland said they won’t either unless I title the vehicle in Maryland first, which makes no sense because I am only going to Maryland to pick up the vehicle and drive it right back to Florida. What should I do?
If the vehicle was purchased from a private individual, see if the seller can lend the current tag temporarily until transfer is finalized.
We have lost the title to our car and have moved to Tennessee. Is it possible to change the names on the title from my wife and me to just me? That is, before I
get a copy of the title sent to me?
You’ll need to apply for a new title in order to get it only on your name
if i’ve lost my original registration but made copies of it prior to will that be sufficent in the state of fl while driving?
yes, it would.
Texas is my primary residence, so can I register a car in Florida for a secondary residence without getting a Florida Driver’s License? Can I just bring a car registered in Texas to use in Florida?
Yes you can register your car in FL without a FL license.
Will a copy of vehicle registration suffice in Florida?
Hey there, not sure we understand the question. What are you looking to do?
Im fiance purchased a car for me from florida from a family friend but have to drive it 8 hrs home do i need tags and to register it in the city im buying it from or can i wait till i get home to do the registration,and tags plus insurance
You can get a 30-day temporary tag.
If I purchase a vehicle from a private seller on Saturday can I drive home that day without plates then to the dmv on Monday when it opens to transfer the title as long as I have the bill of sale with me?
You can, but make sure to have title to prove you purchased it. And go to DMV as soon as possible.
Do i have to register and insure a car that i will not be driving at all?
Hello Miguel. You could request a planned non-operating vehicle status at your local Tax Collector’s office if you are not planning on driving your vehicle at all.
Just moved to FL but do not have a valid license, so basically no license at all. Do I need a license to register my car in the state of Florida?
If you don’t have a license, you an use another valid state ID or passport.
What if my adult child is driving my registered/titled(not paid off yet) vehicle in florida since she has just gotten a job there.
Can I keep the car as registered in Texas but have her drive it in Florida with florida insurance policy?
Hello Jack. If you are planning to sign over the title to her, then she will be required to register the vehicle and get a valid FL auto insurance. But if you are lending her the vehicle temporarily, you could keep the vehicle registered in TX.
DO i have to turn my tags in if my car is broke down and my insurance has lapsed?
Hello Renee. It depends on what you intend to do with your vehicle. You could get a FL valid insurance policy and fix your car if you still want to drive your car.
I bought a car from a private seller but the car title is from Ohio. I went to my insurance place and they can’t insure it. Do i have to go to the DMV (Florida) How do I register it? Can a minor do it?
Hey there, etags provides titles for out of state vehicles in FL. You’ll probably need a VIN + odometer verification, you can go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title#utm_source=blogquestion to place your order. However, you’ll need FL insurance.