Welcome to the Sunshine State! Hundreds of people move to Florida every day while thousands more come to visit the bustling cities, state parks, and popular attractions the state boasts. In fact, according to the latest report from state economists, Florida is growing by more than 300,000 people a year. Driving in Florida, like in any state, requires that your vehicle be registered. If you call Florida home, your vehicle needs to have a Florida registration.
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What is a Florida Registration?
A Florida vehicle registration has three components: First, your license plate with your tag number which is affixed to the car’s back bumper. Florida only requires the use of one plate (no front bumper plate). Next, your decal or sticker which is affixed to top-right corner of the license plate and displays the expiration month/year. Lastly, the registration card which contains your vehicle plus owner information and should be kept in the car.
Who Needs to Have a Florida Vehicle Registration?
If you operate your vehicle in Florida and are a resident of the state, you’re required to have Florida plates. You’re considered a Florida resident if you have:
- Enrolled yourself or your children in a Florida school
- Become employed in Florida
- Established a Florida living address by signing a lease, rental, or purchase agreement for a home
Military personnel and their families may be exempt from Florida residency requirements for vehicle registration. If you’re not considered a Florida resident, you can operate your vehicle in Florida with a valid and current registration from another state.
How is an Out of State Vehicle Registered in Florida?
To register a vehicle in Florida, you need to provide the DMV with the:
- Current vehicle title, also known as the Certificate of Title or pink slip
- Florida insurance card copy (exemptions exist for active duty military)
- Identification such as driver license, state ID, or passport
- Completed application for title and registration
We know there are several questions around each of these required items, so let’s dive into some of the most common ones surrounding out of state titles:
Common Scenarios and Questions Regarding the Vehicle Title
First, what is a title? A title, officially known in all states as the Certificate of Title and previously known as “pink slip”, is the legal document that establishes ownership of a vehicle. The title is what’s signed over either to a new owner when the vehicle is sold or gifted. Or it’s signed over to the Florida DMV when you’re moving to Florida (from another state) and are applying for a Florida registration.
When you don’t have the out of state title:
- If you are moving to Florida and the owner(s) named on the out of state title will (all) be on the new Florida title:
- The title may have a lien if the vehicle is financed, leased, or was offered as collateral for a transaction. If that’s the case, it likely means that the lien holder possesses the title. You may then provide a different document in place of the title, like your out of state registration card, and you’ll be able to apply for a Florida registration. Keep in mind that the lien holder will still need to be contacted in attempt to have the title issued to a Florida agency who will then complete the transfer of title to Florida at a later time. eTags can complete the process for you.
- A title without a lien may be lost, which means a duplicate title must be obtained from the DMV in the state where the vehicle is currently titled. Alternatively, the title may be held electronically (in digital format) and you must request the DMV in the state where the vehicle is currently titled to print it and send to you. You must obtain the original title so you can title and register your vehicle in Florida. Once you have the title, you can place an order with eTags to obtain your Florida title and registration.
- If you purchased or were gifted a vehicle from out of state but did not get the title from the current owner, you may provide a notarized bill of sale instead when you complete your transfer at a Florida DMV office.
Some other common questions and scenarios regarding out of state titles:
- VIN verifications are required for vehicles with out of state titles that are coming into Florida. You’ll need to have a Florida DMV employee, Florida notary, or Police Officer from any state verify your vehicle’s VIN on the application for title and registration form, the separate VIN verification form, or on a signed and notarized letter.
- If you’ve made an error when completing and signing the title, you’ll be required to complete an affidavit explaining the error made that’ll accompany your other forms and documents.
- When there are two owners named on the title, both named owners must sign the title when selling the vehicle or moving to Florida if the names are separated by AND. Some state DMVs use a symbol such as separation by a slash or terms like “joint,” so you’ll need to confirm with the DMV in the state where the vehicle is currently titled what the phrase or symbol indicates if it’s unfamiliar.
How Much Does Registration Cost?
Unfortunately, vehicle registrations aren’t free. To register your out of state car in Florida, you’ll need to pay fees that are determined by several factors.
The Florida DMV requires that a vehicle have a Florida title in order to register it with Florida plates. You can expect to pay between $85 to $120 for your out of state title to be converted to a Florida title. The only exemptions that are recognized that allow you to keep your vehicle titled in another state while applying for a Florida registration is if you are an active duty military member or the dependent of one who is stationed in Florida or if your vehicle has a lien and your lien holder will not release the title.
If you purchased the vehicle out of state, you can expect to pay between 6 and 7% of the sales price. A sales tax is also collected when you are moving into Florida and you’ve owner the vehicle less than 6 months. The percent and amount will vary based on how much you already paid in sales tax in another state.
The registration fee can vary greatly based on whether you already have a Florida plate that you can transfer and the vehicle’s weight among other factors. Here are the costs:
- $36.10 to $56.10 for the average yearly fee for most standard size/weight vehicles which is collected with your first registration and every year thereafter. This fee can go much higher for trucks and other heavy vehicles.
- $225 new plate fee if you do not already have a Florida plate to use/transfer paid once at the time the vehicle is first registered.
Once you’ve provided all the necessary documents and forms and paid the fees—congratulations! You’ve registered your out of state car in Florida.
What About Insurance?
In Florida, a DMV requires proof of Florida auto insurance before any vehicle is transferred. Your vehicle’s Florida auto insurance documents can be given to you by a Florida auto insurance agent. Or, you can contact your auto insurance provider directly. Your provider can send you the documents—or, they can send them directly to the DMV.
In any event, proof of insurance is a stipulation many car owners forget about. Unfortunately, you can’t secure auto insurance after you’ve registered a vehicle in Florida. You’ll need to make sure your policy is fully active.
Once you’ve fully transferred your vehicle to Florida, you won’t need to conduct any additional paperwork. You should, however, keep it on hand. You never know when you’ll need it—and you’ll need it if you move again.
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I store my fifth wheel in Florida and live in SC do i need to register it in Fla. And can I with a SC License and have a loan note.
You can register your fifth wheel online with eTags
Can a vehicle owned by a Montana LLC but operated primarily in Florida be registered in Florida without transferring title to a Florida individual/business?
In order to register a vehicle in Florida the vehicle must be titled in FL. The title can be converted to FL while having an out-of-state address, as long as proof of business is provided. eTags can assist you.
I live in Florida, have my home in Florida, and my Driver’s License in Florida. I however work in New Jersey and stay in New Jersey most of the time. I bought a car in NJ, with a NJ title and would like to register in Florida without having to drive it to Florida for the initial registration. Can I use your service to register my vehicle in Florida.
Yes, we can get your vehicle registered in Florida. Once your place an order on eTags.com, you will be asked for a copy of your ID, Florida insurance for the vehicle, and the title. We’ll review that all of the documents and information are in order before asking you to pay the required Florida title and registration fees, electronically sign application forms, and mail the title along with a VIN verification form. The VIN verification can be completed by a NJ Police Officer. Once we receive those documents, we will ship your new title, plate, and registration.
I own a car with Florida plates. Shipping that car to illinois for the summer. Thinking of trading it in Illinois for a car from Nebraska. Can I transfer my current FLA plates to the new car? Could e-tags do that for more?
If the final purchase/trade is happening in Nebraska you’ll have to title and register your new vehicle there… for Nebraska plates. eTags doesn’t operate in Nebraska, but if you’re trading in, the car dealership typically applies for paperwork. You can always also inquire with the local DMV too.
Hi. I have a second home in Florida and considering buying a car and leave it in Florida. Since I have a New York State driver license, will I able to buy and register in Florida?
Yes, you can register your vehicle in Florida with a New York State driver license.
I bought a home in Florida last December. I just purchased a new SUV for about $50,000.It is registered in New Hampshire which has no sales tax. It is registered in both my daughters name and my name. She lives in NH and I in presently Illinois. I plan on declaring Florida residency in October. I do meet the requirements to do this. My question is will I have to pay any sale tax when I register my car in Florida.? Does it matter if I register after or before 6 months?
If the vehicle is acquired from out of state, 6% Sales Tax is due on the purchase price of the vehicle. If the vehicle was titled in the applicant’s name less than 6 months prior to being titled in the state of Florida proof of the purchase price and the amount of sales tax that was paid must be submitted. If the amount paid was less than 6% Florida will collect the difference. If applicant’s residency is outside of specific coutnies, there may be an additional Discretionary Tax. If the vehicle was titled in the applicants name for more than 6 months prior to taking title in Florida, no sales tax is due.
I live in Ohio currently but have signed a lease in Sarasota Florida. I will not be moving down until January. I just bought a car in Ohio and got Ohio plates, obviously. Question is, am I able to register my car in Florida with out it physically being there? Or should I just wait until January.
Typically leases are done thru the dealership and they would take care of all paperwork. Maybe contact them for more info. Side note: eTags does registrations in FL online and we can ship the registration to wherever you are in the US, so your Ohio address would work.
Question. I am getting a car **GIFTED** to me.
The car is ttitled and registerd with insurance in NC, and I am A FL resident.
What is the proces for me to register and get a title ofthe car here in Orlando FL?
Thank you.
you may complete your Florida title transfer through etags at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion or your local DMV/Tax Collector’s Office. If done via eTags, please select the service type “Title Transfer/Registration”. You will be asked to pay the eTags service fee of $149.95(Please note: this fee does not include the DMV and agency fee). Once the order is placed, you will be required to upload an image of your ID, proof of Florida insurance, proof of residency for the shipping address, and the front & back of the title. Once all of that has been received and approved, you will be asked to pay the DMV and agency fees, complete a VIN verification From and mail that to us along with the original title(and any other supporting documents).
Good day, so I purchase a car in Virginia however I want to register it in Miami since I’m from miami and I’m only in Virginia on active duty (military). Is it possible to send the required documents via mail to the DMV? Looking forward to a speedy response. Thank you
etags offers registration services but we are not the DMV. We can however send a Miami registration to your Virginia address. Go to
http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Hi. my permanent residence is in Florida as well as my insurance, DL and other car registrations. I’m out of town for work in Detroit and bought a truck up here. How would I go about getting my truck registered with my Florida information? & if I have to drive to Florida, can it be anywhere in Florida ( like north Florida ) to avoid having to drive additional hours south?
If you want to register your vehicle with a tax collector you will need to most likely drive to the county you want your vehicle registered in. Or you may place an order for a Title Transfer at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to avoid that trip and we can mail the title and registration to Detroit.
I have been spending the winter in Florida (4-5 months). I am now considering staying longer in Florida and changing my residency from Massachusetts to Florida. I own a vehicle that I purchased in 2018. It was new when I bought it and there are no liens.
How much will it cost to:
1. Change the title.
2. Change the registration.
3. Change my driver’s license.
Thanks
The title transfer fee will be $95.75, the registration fee will be in excess of $289.10 and increases based on the weight of the vehicle, and the driver license fee will be $54.25 (not including any potential late fees). You can complete your title transfer and registration online by visiting http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. Unfortunately, we do not provide driver license services, so please contact your local tax collector’s office to set an appointment for that
I live in Florida but I am heading to Pennsylvania to visit for 6 months. I am purchasing a pickup truck from my brother upon arrival to Pennsylvania. How can I get Florida plates and registration on this vehicle, so I am legal to drive it? I leave for PA in 3 weeks. Please advise. Thanks.
If you’re not moving to Pennsylvania, you need to register the vehicle in the state that you presently live. You can register at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
You can place a Florida title transfer and registration order as soon as you buy the car assuring to purchase Florida insurance. Since we wont mail you the title and registration until we have all of the documents by mail which may be 2 to 3 weeks time frame. you might want to apply for the 30 day in-transit plate in PA while you wait for his Florida title and plates to be delivered from us.
Just moved to Florida have a Connecticut license and car registered in Connecticut. Can I transfer my car registration without changing my license over ?
You can transfer title and register a vehicle in Florida while maintaining your Connecticut drivers license. Car registrations don’t transfer between states.You can go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to transfer and register online.
I live in Georgia and my car is currently being stored in Florida. The car has CA plates because we recently moved to Georgia from CA. I would like to insure and register the car in Florida but keep my Georgia license (still in process of acquiring mine).The car is being stored at my best friend’s home. Can I have my best friend register and insure the car for me without being present? I will remain the owner and will be the only operator of the vehicle on the rare and few occasions when I visit Florida. Thank you
If you provide your friend a notarized PoA, he can complete the transfer for you. However, you can complete the transfer yourself online with eTags. Visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. You will be required to mail in your current title to be issued an FL title with new Florida plates. We can ship your new title and registration to your Georgia residence.
I just recently financed a car through a Florida dealership for my 16 year daughter. I currently live in Colorado, but she is a resident of Florida. The finance company/dealership had me register the car in Colorado & with my current insurance provider in order to get the loan. It’s obviously going to be covered full coverage. Since she’s going to be using the car
full time in Florida, but I’m keeping it in my name, which will be registered in Colorado, I added her to my insurance policy, but if currently has a Florida temp tag, I’m quite bewildered in the process here & a bit concerned on her not having insurance under a Florida policy. Looking for answers in how to do this.
If your daughter is a resident of Florida and operating the vehicle in Florida, it needs to be registered with Florida plates. We recommend contacting your bank or lien holder as they will be required to comply in order to not run a fowl with local DMV laws in Florida.
I work in Missouri for four months out of the year but have permanent residence in the state of Florida. I recently purchased a new car in Missouri and need to transfer my Florida tags to this new vehicle. What is the correct process to ensure this transfer is done correctly? Also Missouri dealers do not add sales tax to the deal and require the buyers to deal directly with DMV for this issue.
Hey there, eTags doesn’t operate in Missouri and it seems like that’s where you’d like to register your new car. It’s best to deal directly with your local DMV to get details about their specific requirements.https://dor.mo.gov/motorv/
Hello, my primary residence is in Fort Lauderdale but I also own a seasonal home in New York where I spend the Summer and Fall. I bring my Florida-registerd car up with me on the Auto Train each year. The lease on the car is expiring while I’m still in New York. I’ve leased a new Tesla online which is being delivered to me at a New York Tesla dealership. My preference is to have the car registered in Florida, since my permanent residence is there and I only hold a Florida driver’s license. Can you provide any guidance on whether I should register the car in New York or Florida. It looks like I must pay the New York sales tax since the car is being delivered in New York and because I have a residence there (even though not considered my permanent residence). Hopefully if I register n Florida I will get credit for the sales tax paid in New York and only pay any difference. Any insights will be most appreciated.
Yes, you can title and register the car in Florida. If you still have the lease or will be financing it, the lien holder will need to complete a form to allow you to register the car in Florida. Visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to complete your title transfer and registration order online. You will receive a credit on the sales tax paid in New York with prove of sales tax payment.
I am purchasing a used car while I am in Minnesota this summer. Can I transfer my Florida plate to this Minnesota registered car? I plan to store the car that currently has the Florida plate on it in Minnesota until my son completes law school. I am a Florida resident.
Yes, you can transfer your Florida plates on the used vehicle. If you are purchasing the vehicle with a loan from a bank, then the dealer would normally handle the registration of your vehicle. If you are purchasing the used vehicle for all cash, then, with the original title, you can transfer the title and register the vehicle (with your Florida plate) online by visiting http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Hi I am going to borrow my dads car which is in Texas and has plates and registration for Texas. Though I am a Florida resident. Would I need to change over the plates and registration for the time that I borrow the vehicle? I would be insuring the vehicle as well. If I do need to change the tags and such, what would be the process?
If the vehicle is going to be in Florida more than 30 days. All vehicle documents( Florida insurance & registration) must match your Florida resident address on your drivers license. eTags offers a title transfer & new registration service at
http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
or if you have a Florida plate to transfer you can choose title transfer & registration service. The process can take from 1-2 weeks to complete.
Hello, I currently live in NH and am planning to spend a few months in FL this winter to spend time with my grandparents. I have a registered car in storage that does not pass NH inspection (rust issues) so I would like to bring it to FL to register it there. Will I be able to get my title transferred to FL if I am staying with relatives and not signing a long term lease or buying property? Can I sign the vehicle over to my grandparents if they don’t drive?
You must be a Florida resident to transfer the title to the state. You can sign the title over to your grandparents with the option to only transfer the title in their name. If your grandparents want to also register the vehicle in Florida, then they must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. You can submit an order to transfer the title to Florida by visiting http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
I am moving to FL in two months from NY. I financed my car and I am still making payments. I do have the title since in NY they give the owner (the driver of the car) the title rather than the Lien Holder (I think they just get a copy). Is this title (the original) still good to use on its own or would I still need a Lien Holder release? I’m thinking no since I have the title but not really sure. Lastly, can I register my car and do the title state transfer through you guys before the move (I have a FL address of where I will be living and I would get FL insurance beforehand)? How long will it take to get the plates int he mail?
The original New York title would be enough to complete the Florida registration for your vehicle. Please submit an order via http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion, and select Moving To Florida as the service type. After you’ve submitted your order, please send an image of your driver’s license, your proof of insurance and the original title. This online process can take up to 10 business days.
My husband and I are moving to FL w 2 cars, each titled in the name of our Trust. While our things are being moved to Palm Beach County, we will be staying with our son in Alachua County. Can we get driver’s licenses and retitle the cars whilst staying in Alachua? When he did it recently it was pretty easy. Thanks!
Yes, you are able to fully register your vehicle while currently in Alachua county, however, we will ask that you provide us with proof of residency. You will need to place 2 separate orders on http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
select the service type “Moving to Florida” on and will be asked to provide your driver’s licenses, images of the front and back of the title, proof of Florida insurance and scanned images of the Trust papers.
I am Ohio resident but spend a fair amount of time in Florida and now have a company car in Florida that is still titled, registered and plated in Ohio. Ohio requires bi-annual emission checks, but the car will likely never return to Ohio so I need to transfer it to Florida. I have the title – it is in the company’s name. The company opened our first two Florida locations this year and has multiple vehicles in Florida. I am officer of the company and can sign the title and any other legal documents needed. What documents do I need to transfer the title and registration to Florida?
The following documents will be required to complete your transfer in Florida,
Sunbiz records showing authorized against for the company Or a letter on the company’s letterhead stating such.
Images of the front and back of the certificate of title
Proof of florida auto insurance
Driver’s license or passport.
If you’d like to proceed with our services at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion please place an order selecting the service type “Moving to Florida”.
My wife and I just moved to Florida from Alabama. We have never moved out of state and do not really know what the process of getting all of our information switched over to Florida entails. Any info you can give would be greatly appreciated.
You’ll need to title and register your car in Florida. Visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to complete the process online and by mail. You’ll also want to apply for your Florida driver’s license by making an appointment with the DMV at https://services.flhsmv.gov/oasis/onlineappointments.aspx. You may be able to get your Florida license and Florida registration at the same time but with COVID restrictions and appointments set out weeks in advance, you’ll need to call to ask if that is a possibility. You do not need to have a Florida license to complete the vehicle registration process but keep in mind that the state of Florida requires new residents to register their vehicle within the state within 30 days to avoid late penalties. Hope that helps and welcome to the Sunshine State.
I live in NJ but have a vacation home in FL. I would like to leave one of my vehicles in the home in FL for when I come down to visit. Do I have to have the vehicle registered in FL? If I have a permanent address in NJ, and will not be an official FL resident, how do I do this?
As long as your NJ plates are renewed each year and you can claim NJ as your primary residence, you are not required to register your vehicle in Florida. Please keep in mind the insurance for that vehicle must be based in the State where the vehicle is registered.
My wife’s parents passed in Colorado. They left the car to her. We are leaving the car in Colorado for future use. We live in FL. What do we need to get the card registered in FL? Can’t register the car in CO I’m told because we don’t live there.
You’ll need the Colorado title, Florida insurance card, and any court or legal documents that name your wife the beneficiary of the car. Your wife will also need to show her ID. Additionally, the vehicle will need a VIN verification. Since it is located in CO, you can have a police officer from that state complete the VIN verification. The VIN verification form or letter will need to be mailed to you so that you can turn it in along with the other documents. Inherited vehicles need to be registered or transferred in person. However, if you have documents other than inheritance documents such as a PoA and can mail in the originals, you may be able to complete the registration process online with us by visiting http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
I just moved to Florida from Missouri. I still need to register my car. My mom co-signed with me so both of our names are on the title. She lives in Kansas. Can I register my car in Florida without her being present even though her name is on the title too?
We recently moved to Florida, permanent resident, and have a company owned car from NJ and our auto insurance also from NJ. How do we transfer title to Florida and get car insurance if the NJ pays for these services.
In order to transfer the title to Florida, you must provide a valid driver’s license, a proof of Florida liability insurance and the original title. You can submit an order to transfer the title by visiting http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
We made a temporary moved to South Florida to help a family member and when Covid hit i was unable to transfer my title from Maine to Florida and getting a Florida tag and registration after. We will be heading back to Maine probably by November. I am not using the car since i don’t want to get a ticket. Is there such a thing as a temporary permit or what do you suggest? Thanks
On FL’s DMV website: 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.
https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/consumer-education/buying-vehicle-florida/buying-private-sale/
Hello,
I’m in the military and have lived in Florida for the last 8 years. Recently had a vehicle imported from Japan to through the port in Seattle and since I’ll be in Washington for about 9 months before returning to Florida I will need my car registered. I have a translated export certificate(title) and customs forms. Is there a way for me to register my car in Florida?
Imports can be tricky but you should be able to register this in Florida if you can prove FL residency. (DL, utility bill or some official document with name and a Florida address). If for any reason eTags is unable to register the vehicle in Florida through not fault on his part, we will cancel his order and refund all fees. (No cancellation fee.) Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Hi,
I just recently moved to FL with my leased vehicle from CT. The car was leased in CT originally, and only my father’s name is on the lease. I will be permanently living in FL without my father down here; the lease ends in 2022. Do I need to change my plates, license AND car insurance to FL? I was told the auto insurance can remain in CT by a FL police deputy, is this true? I am on the auto insurance policy with my father.
Here’s a response from one of our agents: While the vehicle is in his father’s name, he is essentially borrowing the vehicle throughout the lease term. There would be no need to change the plates and insurance nor could he since he is not listed on the lease. The father will need to continue to insure as part of the lease agreement. Insurance always follows the State where the vehicle is registered.
Hello etags please help.
I live in NC, and I bought a car from a local dealer here, and I am still making payments on it, I have no title yet. I wish to send the car to Florida where my daughter lives with her mother. Both of them are residents of florida, both have licenses and insurance on her car there. the NC registration on the car is current but soon I have to get an inspection on it here in NC..then drive it back to FL for my daughter to drive. this will be a pain. how can I register the car to my daughter in FL, even though I don’t have the title yet as I am making payments. Do I have to get some paper work from the dealer..authorizing my daughter to register it in FL? what do I do
If you title and register the vehicle in Florida with the same name(s) that are currently on the NC title and registration, you can visit http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion to place an order and our title specialists will help with getting this completed. You will be provided a form to send to your bank or lienholder to have them mail the title to Florida. Also, you or your daughter will have to get the VIN verified. These detailed instructions are provided once you place an order. If the individuals that will be named on the Florida title and registration will be different, you will need to first contact your bank or lienholder to re-submit the loan application with new owners/financees.
Hola! Yo siempre he vivido en Florida por mi trabajo y compre mi carro aquí y lo sigo pagando. Mi trabajo estaba relacionado al Departamento de Estado y ellos tenían mi título y me dieron las placas, ahora que estoy cambiando mi status me lo devolvieron mi título pero tuve que regresar las placas (plates). El certificado del título dice US Department of State. El título está a mi nombre. Ahora tengo que registrarlo y solicitar placas. Cuánto tendría que pagar? Otra pregunta, mi esposo no está en el título pero el tiene unas placas de su carro anterior, no se si ya las cancelo, pero sino las podría usar? El podría registrar mi carro? Ya que identificación solo tengo mi pasaporte porque tuve que devolver la licencia. Mil gracias por su apoyo. Estoy un poco confundida.
Si el titulo tiene el Departamento de Estado como el dueño, tiene que transferir el titulo y eso cuaesta entre $87 a $120 dollares. Cuando transfiere el titulo a su nombre, puede añadir a su esposo. Si la placa que tiene su esposo no esta cancelada en el sistema del DMV, pueden transferir las placas y ahorarse $225. Puede solicitar la transacion por nuestro sitio de web: http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. Cobramos $149 para completar la transferencia y puede evitar ir en persona a una oficina de DMV.
Hola, muchísimas gracias por su pronta respuesta. En el título aparece mi nombre como dueña, el nombre del Departamento de Estado aparece como título porque ellos me lo emitieron. Mi esposo no ha cancelado las placas, entonces si se podría hacer como Ud me dice y pagar solamente $149. Hay algo más que tengamos que pagar? Esos $149 incluiría el registro del vehículo y placas?
Los $149 que nos paga para el proceso no incluye el costo del registro. Si va a añadir a su esposo al titulo, que seria necesaria para poder usar la placa que el tiene, pagaria entre $85 a $120 para el nuevo titulo que los nombra a los dos. Tambien otros $50 a $80, mas o menos, para el registro dependiendo de si el registro de la placa le falta mas de tres meses para expirar. Si el registro de esa placa tiene menos de tres meses antes de que se expire o si esta ya expirado, pagaria la cuata mas alta para el registro. Puede visitar a nuestro sitio de web eTags.com/app/fl si decide hacer la orden con nostros para evitar vista a una oficina.
Hola! Muchas gracias por su apoyo. Disculpas por tanta pregunta pero quiero tener claro el proceso para evitar errores. Mi caso se caracteriza por lo siguiente:
* Mi titulo lo emitió el Departamento de Estado y dice así:
CERTIFICATE OF TITLE
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE
OFFICE OF FOREING MISSIONS
WASHINGTON. D.C 20520
* I do not have driver license right now, just my valid passport.
* My car has been in a garage because I send back the plates to the Department of State. So, I DO NOT HAVE PLATES.
* I am married but my husband does not appear on the title certificate.
* I am still paying my car.
I want to registrater it and obtain plates. What do I have to do? What do I need? Thank you so much!!
Gracias por contactar eTags. Para transferir un vehículo de Washington a Florida necesitaremos el siguiente documento
1) Una forma de identificación, ya que no tiene una licencia de conducir, puede ser un pasaporte con una factura de servicios públicos que refleje su nombre y la dirección de envío a la que desea que se envíe el registro por correo.
2)La factura de venta que usted recibio cuando hizo la compra del vehiculo.
Una vez que envíe estos documentos, lo guiaremos para que proporcione documentación adicional
I just moved to Florida and the title to my car has a lien which is being paid by my ex-spouse. I have no ability to contact the lien holder (loan is in my ex-spouses name only) to have it transferred which is what I believe needs to be done? I do have the divorce documents showing he is paying for my car and when it’s paid for the title will be only in my name. What can I do to get my registration in Florida?
We recommend contacting legal counsel if the divorce documents state that your ex will be paying off the loan which, unless specified otherwise in the divorce documents, means he remains the legal or registered owner. If you confirm otherwise, you can place an order to transfer the title into your name now by visiting
http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion. We’ll ask you for copies fo the divorce documents specifying that you can transfer the vehicle into your name and we will contact the lien holder to release the title to our agency in order to get the title issued in your name along with Florida plates.
I want to buy a NC salvage vehicle. I am a Florida resident. Can I have the car fixed and inspected out of state and apply for a rebuilt title to get my Florida tags to drive it home?
eTags doesn’t handle salvaged vehicles and rebuilt titles. It’s best to verify with the FL DMV in your county.
Hola! Compre mi vehículo en FL y me fui a Georgia por un año ahora necesito la chapa de florida de nuevo, tengo que pagar de nuevos los impuestos? Ya los pague en Georgia cuando me mude! Estoy confundida
Si, tendria que pagar los impuestos otra vez para registrar el vehiculo en Florida. Si tiene la chapa vieja de Florida y no la cancelo con el DMV, la puede usar otra vez y ahorarse $225. Tambien si nunca cambio el titulo y el vehiculo sigue con titulo de Florida, se ahora unos $95. Si le interesa completar el proceso en lina, visite http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion
Tome en cuante que si el titulo nunca cambio y sigue en FLorida, solo tiene que applicar por chapas. Si el titulo cambio de Florida a Georgia cuando se mudo, tiene que completar transaction para transferir el titulo de nuevo a Florida y a la misma vez applicar para chapas.
I sold my home in Texas in June 2020, I bought a home in Florida (have a purchase agreement) which will not be ready until May 2021. In the meantime I am living in Wisconsin. The issue is my Texas plates expire in Dec 2020. So if I read this correctly, since i have a Purchase Agreement (even thought the house construction will not be complete until May 2021), I can get Florida Plates. Correct? Do I need to have a Florida DL or can I wait until I move to get that?
As long as your purchase agreement can prove that your primary residency will be in Florida, you can register your vehicle with Florida plates beforehand. Just go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and choose Service Type: Moving To Florida.
A FL driver license is not required.
I moved to Florida and have Florida insurance but I had to apply for a duplicate title from Missouri. It’s been four weeks and missouri will not assist until I’ve waited 12 weeks. My Missouri plates are still valid until December but Florida law says I must have my car switched over within 30 days, which has now passed.
What can I do to avoid getting in trouble for not doing this within 30 days?
There will not be any late penalties for out-of-states vehicles that are not registered within 30 days in Florida. However, you want to make sure that your vehicle is registered before your Missouri plates expires. You can go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and choose Service Type: Transfer Title/Registration.
My car has California plates and tags and I live in LA. I just signed a 6 month vacation rental from Nov15, 2020 to May 15,2021. I will be driving to Florida and then back. Just visiting Florida not moving. My tags in Cali expire April 30, 2021 and I must go in and pass a smog check etc to renew tags. Can you get a 30 day extension on tags in one state while being in another state? I do not want to get pulled over while driving cross country on my way back. Going to a wedding May 2nd in Florida before I plan to be back mid May so cannot change dates.
You can renew in March using your FL shipping address and email California etags to get the exemption form. That way you can get the tags before they even expire and drive off into the sunset. I would recommend they renew 75 days ahead of expiration date so mid-February.
I bought a car in Maine after graduating college so I can move down to Florida for a job but have a NJ license and permanent NJ address. Do I still need a new Florida license to register the car in Florida even though my permanent address is in NJ? I would register my car in NJ but would like to avoid the 14 quarantine placed on travellers coming from the tri-state area.
You can register the vehicle with any state ID but must provide a FL address when registering. Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and select “Moving to Florida” service.
I am an Illinois resident with a vacation home in Florida. I keep an Illinois registered and plated car in Florida. Illinois requires periodic emissions testing before they renew plate stickers. I have no intention to drive my car back to Illinois for an emissions test (which is required to keep my Illinois plate current). Can I title and register this car in Florida? As an out of state resident keeping an auto in Florida?
yes you can. You’ll just have to show a Florida address along with the paper work to proof is is also in Florida. You can go to etags.com/app/fl
I will be returning to Florida to establish residency approximately 18 June 2020. I moved from Florida 2 years ago and have been residing in MS. My MS tag will expire the end of May 2020. I hate to spend the $400 tag renewal fee for a period of 2 or 3 weeks. I presently have an address for my new location in Florida. I am moving to an Air Force Retirement Village in Shalimar, Fl. At this point I am waiting on construction to be completed. Do I have any options as far as tagging my vehicle in Florida before my MS expiration?
Should be able to register. Go to etags.com/app/fl and select service type ‘moving to Florida.’ eTags will need title, FL insurance and ID. thanks.
Is it required to have Florida State Auto Insurance in order to drive vehicle in Florida?
What are the risk involved for the drivers driving in Florida having out of state insurance?
You must have a FL insurance, if not, your driver’s license will be suspended for having no insurance on a vehicle with a valid license plate.
Hi,
Just moved back to Florida from California. I have a leased vehicle from California. How do i go about registering the car in Florida (what docs will I need?) Also, i have a Florida drivers license if that makes any difference? Another question, if i get pulled over will i get in trouble for having a Florida license but a car registered in California. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
contact the Leasing company regarding the move to Florida. Typically they will do it on their end because they have the pink slip. 2. You can be pulled over, usually you’ll a get warning to title the car in California.
Hi there I need to move to Fl soon seeking the welfare of my family, but I will go alone and then my wife will arrive. We have a car in the name of both of us. How could I register it? Thanks in advance for your answer.
If the title is already on their name, theres no need to sign the title. They can use the Convert title service with new tag. Title application must be sign by both and have the Vin Check done by a police officer or Fl notary on section 8 from the form HSMV 82040. Make sure they have Florida insurance and submit both IDs. You can go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and choose Moving To FL
Hi,
I have cosigned for my grandson for a car in GA a few days ago. I have a FL DL because I own a house in Kissimme. At the present time I am working out of state. My grandson lives in GA and the car will be used in GA. The car dealer is telling me I have to register and tag the car in FL because they used my credit score to get him the car. Is this true and why would I register it in FL when it will be used in GA and that is where my grandson lives with a GA DL license. I’m confused and don’t want to pay double. He does have GA insurance on the car as well.
Thanks for any help.
Typically, wherever you drive the car is where you’ll register it. But the mention about the credit score in your question may have something to do with the dealership ..meaning they may still be the lienholder so they still technically own the car bc it’s not paid off or it’s leased. Different states have different rules, did you buy or lease in FL or GA? If you want to send over more details maybe we can further help/advise.
Yes we did purchase the car at a dealership in GA where my grandson lives. He has a GA license and GA insurance on the car already. The bank through the dealership will have the title. Since my name is on the car and I have a FL DL they are saying I have to register it in FL. Any suggestions? It will be used only in GA with a GA DL and insurance.
our support team here is saying that NO, to the best of our knowledge, you wouldn’t have to register in FL, since it will b driven in GA. Maybe calling the DMV can give you more info.
My daughter will going back to school in Tallahasee, Florida beginning in August. We are looking to purchase her vehicle in NJ, however she will have temporary plates, registration & insurance. She will be leasing a apartment for school year. Can she register her vehicle in Florida although she will have a NJ license & can she obtain insurance in Florida although she has a NJ license.
In order to register the vehicle in FL, the registered owner must be able to provide proof of Florida residency and proof of Florida insurance. An out of state driver’s license can be used as long as it’s valid. As for the insurance, the person can contact the insurance company to let them know the vehicle is being registered in Florida, and they will provide FL insurance.
You can select Title Transfer/Registration here http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question and do it online.
We moved to FL from CA and moved a few times in a a short time in CA before moving here. The car we need to register has an expired CA reg but we didn’t realize it until recently. Will that be a problem when registering in FL? CA reg expired over awhile ago.
No, the status of your CA registration will not affect your registration application in Florida. You can place your order to transfer your title online by visiting https://www.etags.com/app/fl and choosing the “Transfer Title/Registration” option. A VIN verification completed by a Police Officer or Florida Notary is always required so if you complete that before singing the transfer process, you will save time.
ETags: several comments have asked, but the question hasn’t been answered directly. Let’s say my (non-FL) registration and tags expire March 31…..the very day I am moving to FL. So on 4/1 (not an April fool’s prank!) I am moving to FL. So when I go on 4/2 or 3 or 4 to register my vehicle and get plates…..technically, my out-of-state reg and tag are expired. Am I going to have any difficulty?
No, you will not have any difficulty obtaining your new Florida registration even after your non-FL registration expires. Keep in mind though that you can be stopped and ticketed or even have your car towed if you are caught driving without a valid/current registration. If you would like to apply for and get your Florida registration ahead of your move to avoid driving on expired tags or even just to avoid visiting the DMV, visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl and choose the “Transfer Title/Registration” option to place an order. You will be able to mail in your out of state title or other proof of ownership and provide copies by email of others required documents. We can ship your new Florida plates to any address in our outside of Florida.
Hi there. I am Active Duty Military and will be in Pensacola for two months for training and plan on driving there. Would it be possible to register my truck out there and keep it as a Florida truck without residency? CA resident at the moment
Hey there, yes you can register your truck in Fl. Just go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog
Place an order by selecting title transfer/ new registration and provide the military orders
As a D.C. resident, I purchased/financed a car from a FL dealership and had everything transferred/registered in D.C. Fast forward a year later, I’m now moving to FL. Currently, the vehicle is financed and the FL dealership holds the lien. The D.C. registration expired last week. I have my FL DL and FL car insurance, also, I have an appointment at the FL DMV this week… What documents are required to register the car in FL? Will the DMV in D.C. need to transfer any documents? Will the FL dealership need to fax a copy of the title to the FL DMV?
the lien holder would have to release the lien back to Fl w/ a title release form. You already have ID and valid insurance so with eTags that would suffice… We’re assuming that is all you would need w/ the DMV
We are currently in the process of receiving a gifted car from my wife’s parents in MD(which is unregistered). We are currently in FL and looking at flying over to get the vehicle and driving it back. Where would we need to go to get temporary tags to drive it legally to FL?
You may be able to obtain a temp tag in MD, as FL does not offer drive in temp tags.
Thank you. What are the next steps once receiving the temp tag and driving the vehicle to FL?
If you’d like to register the car, you can do with our services online.
I have a vacation home in Florida and want to buy a vehicle to leave there when we visit. My permanent residence is in Texas. I want to buy the car in Florida so do I have to have Florida insurance or can I add it to my Texas policy? Also will my Texas drivers license work to register it there?
Yes must have FL insurance all year round to avoid license suspension, or can cancel license plate and reinstate when in FL.. and TX license will suffice for registration
I just moved to Florida from Georgia and my son is giving me one of his cars. How do I register the car in Florida? Do I have to get the title from him? Do I pay Georgia and Florida sales tax? What kind of fees are involved?
go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog
choose title transfer/new reg service type on eTags.. We’ll need the title, proof of insurance and DL, if its a gift she will not pay taxes.
Go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog
choose title transfer/new reg service type on eTags..We’ll need title, proof of insurance and DL, if its a gift you won’t pay taxes.. DMV fees $ no more than $435.70. Plus $149.95 etags service fees.
I am a NY resident and own a home in Florida. can I register my car (presently registered in NY) in the state of Florida. Is it necessary to physically have car in Florida to register it?
yes, you can register in FL. You can place your order on eTags as title transfer/ new registration and we will need copies of title, DL and proof of Florida insurance… because the vehicle is from out of state the vin must be verified.for VIN verification, you’ll have a Police officer in NY verify the vin and complete section 8 on the application for title form 82040
I am a fl resident planning to purchase a new vehicle in ga. I own a car registered in fl and plan to trade it in when purchasing the new one. There are no lenders involved. Will I be able to take my current tag and put it on the new vehicle at the time of trade? What else will be required?
You’ll get a temporary plaet in GA until you can register the car in FL and use your original FL tag.
You can go to etags.com and select title transfer/registration when you’re ready.
I live in North Carolina and have a NC drivers license. I work in Florida one week out of each month. Would it be possible for me to purchase a vehicle or motorcycle in Florida and register it with FL tags? I am looking to leave it in FL so I have a way to get around when I am there on business.
Yes, it is possible. The only thing you must get is Florida insurance, otherwise you’ll get suspended driving privileges for having a valid FL tag with no insurance.
You can go tohttps://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D and select “Title transfer/new registration” as the service
We are in the process of changing our residency to FL. We have obtained FL drivers licenses. We purchased our vehicle 5 months ago and don’t want to have to pay FL sales tax on it. I understand that after we have owned it for 6 months we will not have to pay sales tax. Is this correct? Can we just wait a month to register the car in FL?
you can wait after the 6 months to register your vehicle, just as long as your out-of-state registration has not expired.
I have a 300lb rated trailer registered in Illinois . I have owned it for three years and it has a title . What is needed to register it in Florida. I own a condo here , and I’m in the state 7 months a year. What is needed to register in Florida?
You’d need driver’s license and title…You may need a weight slip if weight is not stated on title
I live in NY with a NY drivers license. I own a property in Fl and want to keep a car in the state. Car I register the car in Fl without a FL license?
Yes you can, you would just have to show proof or residency.
My parents live in PA and gave me a car to take with me when I moved to FL. They financed the car and are still paying on it (it is in their name). I am now in FL. What would be the process to get everything transferred over? Is it possible for the car to stay in their name, but I drive it here in FL?
Your parents can register the vehicle in FL, in their name. You can go to etags.com to register online.
They can do this even if they are in Pennsylvania with all Pennsylvania driver’s licenses, etc?
yes they can!
I have two cars from the 80s in Mich storage , the cars are with Mich titles and non op, should I transfer titles after bringing then to Fla or they could remain on Mi titles?
It’s only required if you want it registered with FL tags, otherwise you can keep MI titles…. Will be able to sell with MI titles as well, in the event that you want sell cars in future.
My son is moving to Florida from Illinois . He has owed his car for a few years now . He is still making payments on it and the bank has the title. How does he register his vehicle in Florida and what are the cost ? He would need plates too.
He would need to complete and fax a title release form to the lienholder like this https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/83060.pdf
This form would instruct the lienholder to mail the title directly to the agency. I have listed the fees related to transferring the title and registering the vehicle in Florida (Please NOTE: This doesn’t include the eTags fee of $149.95 and Agency fee of $39.95):
New Plate Fee………………………..$225.00
Title Transfer Fee……………………$95.75
First-Time Registration Fee……$64.10 or 74.10
Tag Agency Fee………………………Varies by county
Do you have to present the vehicle itself when changing the registration from another state?
you’d need a VIN number but the vehicle doesn’t have to be presented
I was previously a resident of FL and had a FL license and vehicle was registered and plated in Fl. When I moved to NY everything was changed to NY. Now I’m going to move back. Can I get my old license back? My prior FL plate was lost ( and proper forms submitted to FL). Can I still get plates, transfer of title and registration online to avoid in-person DMV visit ?
With eTags, you will be able to complete your transfer online regardless of the status of your previous plate. Go to eTags.com/app/fl and choose Transfer Title/Registration. If your old FL plate was not canceled AND it has not been more than 7 years since you last paid for a renewal, you can transfer the plate so that you do not have to pay the $225 new plate fee. However, if the plate was canceled or it has been more than 7 years since you last renewed it, you will need to pay the new plate fee.
Since the plate was lost/misplaced I had to send an affidavit since I could not return it. I image it was cancelled since it was reported as lost. They aren’t going to re-make he same plate, right? It has only been two years since I moved. What about the Drivers License, can I do that online as well?
we don’t handle drivers licenses
I have a vehicle that is registered out of Fl in a business name. I have owned it for more than 6 months. How do I register it in FL with my FL address? Do I have to pay FL sales tax as part of the deal?
Since you have owned the vehicle for more than 6 months, you will not need to pay sales tax in Florida. You can go to eTags.com/app/fl and choose Transfer Title/Registration to place an order with us. You will need to turn in the out of state title to be replaced for a Florida a title as well as a copy of your ID and your FL insurance card.
So if you fill out the etags online transfer title/registration will you still need to go IN to the DMV to turn in transferred out of state title, ID, etc. or could they mailed in? If so how long do you have to go in or mail them in?
You won’t have to go to the DMV, you’ll have to mail it in to eTags. Once you go through the order, you’ll be prompted to answer some questions and follow through. You can also call customer support should you need assistance at 1-888-633-5332
I live in FL, my cars are title in FL, but because my other house is in GA, my Insurance agent got me a GA home and GA auto insurance. Will I be able to renew my FL registration with the new GA auto insurance?
To register your vehicle in LF, you’ll have to get a car insurance in Florida.
My daughter is in college in FL and currently rents a house near the school with some friends. She is a resident of MA and has a MA license. Her grandparents are residents of FL and have a car currently registered there. They would like to gift her the car or sell it to her for a nominal price. Can she register the car in FL using her MA license? She will have the title from her grandparents and be able to show she goes to college and lives in FL. What are the insurance requirements for something like this if you can comment? Thanks
She will need to get Florida insurance to register the car in Florida. We wanted to also note that, since she is attending school in Florida, she is considered a Florida resident which would mean she needs to present a Florida license when registering a car in her name. However, she may be able to use her MA license and a utility bill in her name from the house she rents.
Hi, We are planning on moving to Florida from NY later this year (2020) and we will physically have our truck, car and RV in Florida. I have a collector type car that will remain in storage at my son’s house in NY. Since I will be a resident of FL, this car should be registered in FL, correct? How can I register this car in FL without physical VIN confirmation that I keep reading about?
If the vehicle will be stationed in NY, we dont see why you would need to register in FL. If you decide to register, the vin verification must be performed by a police officer and they must complete section 8 on the application for title FORM 82040.
Hi, I’m planing to move to FL for a while but I have a NY driver license and NY Car registration, while Im there I will be coming to ny every month but Im gonna keep my car in FL. I will like to get Florida registration & plates but keep my NY license so I can use it everytime when I go back to NY and also because after a 1 year of so I will move back to NY. Can I get FL plates & registration and still keeping my NY Dr license? Or it is essential to have FL license in order to get FL registration & plates? And if not essential, what documents will I need for that?
Yes, you can keep your NY driver’s license and register in Florida. You can go to etags.com/app/fl and select transfer title/registration.
I have loaned my MN car to my daughter in Florida. I am on the title, the car is registered in Minnesota and has Minnesota plates. Do I need to register the car in Florida if she is a permanent resident?
Yes she’s required to register if she is a permanent resident. You can go to etags.com/app/fl and do it online
My mother and i own a car together. We are both on the title. She lives in Florida and i live in South Carolina. Can the car be registered in Florida?
yes, if you’re driving the car in fl.
Snow birds bought a home in FL primary residence in MD. Have a vehicle we want to leave here. Can I register and tag it here? Currently because of MD law it has to have emission test done in April so now we have to take it back to MD unless we can get it registered here
You can register in FL, but must must keep Florida insurance on the vehicle, otherwise your FL license will be suspended for not having FL ins on a valid registration
My daughter is Active Military (Coast Guard) being transferred to Florida in 5 months. She plans on buying or leasing a NEW SUV in California in April before she moves to Florida. Approximately how much will be fees be? We heard she should buy the vehicle in Florida to avoid the high fees of bringing a car to Florida, but that doesn’t seem believable.
Registering in FL wold cost you anywhere from $36 to $100 based on the weight of the vehicle. By showing proof of your military designation, you’ll avoid the new plate fess of $225. However, if it’s possible for you to purchase in FL, altogether it probably be cheaper.
Can I register a car whom plate number is from another country, I travel a lot to Orlando due I have a business there, and I´m plannin to leave it there (In my cousins place)….. rent a car is always expensive, or what would be the legal and most convenient thing to do. Thank you!
In order to leave the car in Orlando, assuming it’s with a plate from another country (not u.s.), you’d have to have the title for it. If you do, you can register the car in FL and be able to drive it here. You’d have to go to the DMV for this specific situation.
I bought a condominium in Fort Myers. We plan to live in Florida approximately 3 to 4 months a year. I would like to buy a car in Florida. Can I title and register a car in Florida that I buy in Florida. I am a resident of Ohio 8 to 9 months a year
yes, you can and you could use your Fort Myers residency to title and register. Please go to etags.com/app/fl to complete your order.
I live in Maryland and my family has a vacation house in Florida. Three questions:
1. If i buy a car in Florida to leave there for when we visit what do I do in terms of insurance, registration, tags, etc.? I have a Maryland license and residency.
2. If I bring a car from Maryland to leave at the house can I leave it registered and insured in Maryland?
3. If I bring a car from Maryland to leave there what process to I have to go through in order to get Florida tags and registration? There is no lien on the car and taxes were paid years ago.
Verify with the Florida DMV to find out all of their policies on transferring over cars in the state. Also, I believe there’s a certain amount of time by law that a person has to transfer over if they’re in that state for a long amount of time. Find out with DMV
My son is living in FL full time now for school. His car is registered and insured in Illinois. We want him to get the car registered in Florida as he has a drivers license, but the car is in my name and the title belongs to the bank as payments are made every month by both of us. What will he need to register the car there?
Your son can register with eTags at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
He would select “Moving to Florida as the service. The order must be placed under your name considering transfers cannot be made if there is a lien…. we will need owner’s DL, Proof of Florida ins, Current registration as proof of ownership…. Illinois is a title holding state so the title must be requested from lienholder. we would provide you with Title release form that must be sent to lienholder
I have a NY Sate registered leased vehicle that I am operating in Florida for work. The vehicle needs to be inspected but inspection is not required in Florida. Is there anywhere in Florida that I can go to have it inspected? The lease expires in a year and I don’t want to change the registration to Florida as I will be moving back to New York around that time.
There isn’t a station in fl that you can get an inspection with for your nyc registration. If you need to renew the NYC registration, you’ll have to go back and inspect there. If you are considered a FL resident, A) If you or a dependent is enrolled in an FL school, B) if you signed a lease or rental agreement in FL, or c) employed by FL company
in this case you’re supposed to have a FL registration
I am active duty military stationed in VA. My home state of residence is Florida (voter registration, military pay, driver’s license, etc.). I entered the military from FL and will return there when I retire. I do not currently maintain a home there. I lease two vehicles currently titled and registered in VA. Can I use your services to change the title and registration of those vehicles form VA to FL with a VA mailing address?
yes, go to http://www.etags.com/app/fl . Please choose Transfer title/Registration to complete your order. When you’re communicating with title agent to see if you qualify for any exemptions on fees.
I have a car that I’ve owned for 25+ years. It was registered in Florida for 3 years then I moved to PA for the next 11. I now live in FL again. I still have the same plate as when I registered it before so it isn’t really new to FL. Question is do I have to go through the new registration process? Trying to get an idea as to what fees I will be required to pay.
If the vehicle has been titled in PA then you’ll need to retitle the vehicle. As far as the registration, you’ll simply have to renew the license plate. You can go to etags.com/app/fl and choose ‘title transfer/registration’
My car is a leased vehicle with NYS registration, NYS auto insurance and I have a current NYS drivers license. If i wanted to register my car in Florida can I still keep my NYS driver license but get a FL auto insurance policy and FL car registration?
Yes you can register in Fl with NY driver license. Go to etags.com/app/fl for registration.
Your responses to various questions seem to indicate that under some circumstances you can register an out-of-state vehicle in Florida without a Florida driver’s license, while under other circumstances you need a FL license to do so. Can you explain the different circumstances?
If you’re NOT a FL resident then you don’t need a FL driver’s license, but if you are a FL resident then you need a DL.
if you or a dependent goes to school in FL, you are resident
if you have full time employment in FL, , you are resident
If sign a lease or purchase agreement,, you are resident
I would like to add a question to the situation Jay G. described on January 14, 2020 at 6:14pm. For purposes of filling out the Application for Certificate of Title, is Jay a Resident of FL or not?
To be considered a FL resident you have to either be employed full time, you or a dependent is enrolled in school or sign a lease or purchase agreement.
I was moving in Florida last year. The auto registration from AZ expired one month and half ago. I still have the original title that I own a car. I also have Florida policy of auto insurance. I am asking for two questions.
1. If I order a new registration with tag and the new plate for the state of Florida only, can I keep the same title from AZ?
2. How long the new registration and Florida plate will ship to my current address by mail? Thank you.
Everyone has to title in FL in order to register in FL, unless you’re an active duty military or you have a lien and lienholder won’t release title to FL.
You can title and register (at same time) your vehicle in FL through our website at etags.com/app/fl
It would take about 10 business days, depending on how long it takes you to send documents such as current title, driver’s license and insurance
Okay. I understand it.. Can I keep the same driver’s license from AZ when I order the title transfer, the new registration with tag and a plate for Florida??
yes you can keep the AZ license
Great… One question more. Should the title be stamped and my signature by the notary service before I upload all documents by email?? If so, what is the correct email for sending it??
If the title is from AZ, yes you would have to notarize it.
Sure. I am verifying this again. Do I take the photography of the title and the current registration from AZ and my driver
license. Then I add the attachment of these items and send it by email in the website of etags. Correct??
once you go to the website, you’ll get prompted and guided through the info
you can always call customer support too
I am not sure if I find the guide thru the info in the website of etags. Do I click on start your title transfer as it shows the yellow line?
Are you saying that I go to notary service for stamped on AZ title first. Secondly, I do the application for certificate of title (adobe pdf) online as it shows the blue line in the front of etags page. When the application complete, I add the three attachments of driver license, the registration and AZ title with that application for sending in the website of etags.com. Correct?
Yes, click on start your title transfer as it shows the yellow line or go directly to https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer so start your order. You will not need to complete the application form from the blue line/link if you place an order with us. Once you place your order, yes, you will add the attachments of your documents to the web portal you will be provided access to. Please contact our support team at support@etags.com for more help.
I have a son that is attending college in Florida. He also resides in the college dorm. I have an older vehicle which is registered and insured in New York and I will be dropping off in a month for him to use while in college. During the college break he will be driving back to NY and using the car in NY.
1) What is the registration policy since he lives in the college dorm and he does not have a permanent address?
2) Does he need to obtain a FL driver’s license? or can he use his NY license since he will also be driving in NY during the college breaks?
3) Does he required FL insurance or can he used the current one? It would be a hassle to keep changing the insurance whenever he’s at either state.
Best would be to contact the school, since some of them have specific requirements about tags for parking purposes. They may require your son to have a FL registration to get a parking sticker for his vehicle. Typically though, if permanent residence is considered NY he doesn’t have to have registration in FL nor insurance…but best to check with school. Should you need to register the vehicle in FL, you can always use our online services at etags.com/app/fl
I am a resident of Florida, my niece is from Pittsburgh PA, she is giving me her car as a gift. I am planning to fly to Pittsburgh and drive the car to Florida. What do I need to get a documents in Pittsburgh in order to drive the car to Florida and what documents I need so that I registered the car here in Florida?
You will need to apply for a drive out temp tag PA unless your niece is going to allow you to use her tags to drive down…To register a car in Florida, you’ll ll need the original title, a bill of sale stating it was a gift, proof of Florida insurance and a valid driver’s license. You can go to our website and select Title transfer/registration at
https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
Ive moves to Florida and already have a Florida license and insurance. I have a leased car and the leasing company (Honda) already sent the letter authorizing the transfer so I can get my plates. I don’t know what else to do and this process is so confusing.
I will appreciate any help
The question here is not clear, if you’d like to further explain, we can try to help. But ultimately you can’t drive off with a car without plates.
Resently registered my lease car from NY to Fl, car was register over a year in NY. Taxes was payed upfront when the car was lease in NY, just saw my upcoming payment which was increase because of FL taxes. How do I go about getting my upfront NY taxes transferred to Fl?
If it’s a leased vehicle, you wouldn’t have taxes. Meaning you don’t have ownership of the car.
I need to register an out of state car in FL. I do have a FL licence but I won’ be able to return to do this in person. Can I mail it in? Where? Cost?
Hey there, so you can go to our eTags website at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
and select “moving to Florida” service.
You’ll need to prove dopy of your title, proof of insurance and driver’s license.
My car is registered in Ohio & have a lien in Ohio. The plates will expire in March. If I have Florida insurance can I start the title transfer on etags before i obtain my Florida drivers license. I’m not sure how long it will take to get the transfer w/o title because the bank owns the title. I don’t want my plates to expire. I will be getting my license within 2 weeks.
yes, you can start the title transfer process with us if you have Florida insurance. We will provide you a form to send your lien holder a form stating that the title can be released to Florida but, while we wait for them to do that, we can issue you Florida plates so that you can drive the car. Visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl and choose the “Transfer Title/Registration” option.
Hello, My son is moving and he will work and live in Florida. He currently has a Georgia driver’s license, and the car is titled and registered to me in Georgia. I would like to gift the car and title it to him in Florida. I realize he will need a Florida license in order to register the vehicle in Florida, but how is the title transfer accomplished? What are the sequence of steps necessary to do this and potential costs? Thank you
He is not required to have a Florida license in order to title and register the car in his name in Florida although he will need proof of Florida residence if he does not have an FL license/ID. He will need to have the VIN on the vehicle and the Georgia title verified by a Police Officer from any state or a Florida notary (this can be done on Florida Form 82040 which we provide once an order is placed with us) or on a letter where the VIN, make and year are identified. The Georgia title will need to signed by the father (giftor/seller) and son (giftee/buyer) and mailed to eTags to be turned in and replaced with a Florida issued title. Fees for eTags service and DMV taxes for new title and FLorida registration will be around $520 all in.. http://www.etags.com/app/fl and select Transfer title/Registration
I am a resident of FL but my aunt has bought me a car in NJ as a gift. Is there any other requirements or steps besides the ones listed above i need to take to get it registered in FL? Also do I have to pay sales tax in both NJ and in FL?
No sales tax is collected on gifted vehicles
I bought a Porsche in NH 8 months ago. NH has no sales tax. Can I bring the car to FL and register it here and not have to pay sales/use tax? Thanks
Yes, you are not required to pay sales tax after 6 months of purchase date
My husband and I want to purchase a vehicle in California, where we live. My husband is Active Duty military stationed in California, but we are both Florida residents. The dealership is saying they will tag the vehicle with California plates, and can’t accommodate our FL residency. We would have to tag it with CA plates, and then a year later register it in FL. Is there a way to bypass this as we are military?
If you are financing the vehicle, you will be required to get CA plates. If you are buying cash, you can be issued temp tags in Ca and then just title and register in FL once you leave the dealership. You can do the transfer with etags.com/app/fl
I live in Fl and my vehicle is registered in Fl. However I would like to buy a new vehicle out of state and gift my current one to my grandson. What is the process to register my new vehicle in Fl and how much will it cost?
Hey there, here’s an answer from one of our title/registration specialists: He would have to sign the Florida title to his grandson as a seller(write the word gift for selling price if it was a gift), his grandson would have to sign as the purchaser, and submit a Title Transfer/Registration order with his(grandson) information. you can do so here: http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20question
For the out of state title, it needs to be transferred to Florida before it can be registered in Florida, and that service (Title Transfer/New Registration) provides both. The application will ask about the current state the title is in, and whether or not the individual has a Florida plate he wants to transfer, or will a new one be required.
The eTags service fee is $149.95. Once the order is submitted, reviewed, and approved, the DMV and agency fees will be calculated. We do not have a way of calculating the fees unless the order is submitted.
I purchased an antique vehicle in GA with no title so I planned on getting a title bond. I live in FL. I read that in order for a title bond to be accepted in FL, the car must have previously been registered in FL. Am I going to be able to register the car? If so, what will I need to do?
eTags doesn’t do bonded titles but antique vehicles from GA aren’t titled just registered, therefore a registration and a bill of sale from owner should suffice.
Registering a car in FL seems more complicated than other states. Here’s my situation. I have a car registered in Texas with lien holder having the title. The current TX plates expire Jan 31, 2020. We plan to permanently move to FL in mid-Jan. If I follow all this correctly, I need to: (1) convert to FL insurance and (2) submit an eTags request for registration (and can use my existing TX registration card). I don’t need to get a FL drivers license before I do all this stuff. Do I understand all this correctly? Will I receive the FL registration before my TX plates expire and how quickly does all this occur? Is there an additional fee for eTags?
Correct on both 1 and 2. As far as how long it will take…about 10 business days.
My fiance’s ex is a co-signor of his vehicle in Maine. He just moved to Florida (obviously without her). What does he need to register his vehicle here?
You’ll need to convert the title. The ex has to sign as the seller, the fiance has to sign as the buyer. You can go to
https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D and select Move To Florida as a service.
I recently purchased a car in CO with a lien through the dealer. The car is titled and registered in CO where my son (cosigner) lives. State and Federal taxes are included in the payment plan. If we move the car to FL will we have to pay taxes AGAIN, when they are already on the payment plan?
If it’s been less than 6 months, and the taxes are higher in FL, you’d have to pay the difference.
So in the case of my brother who just moved to FL from VA and has a lienholder on the vehicle. Seems like he can use the VA registration in place of the title and then he has to pay the fee to register and the new plates. He already has FL insurance. He’s got a VA drivers license. Am I missing anything?
Hi Trish, You are correct that his VA registration can be used in place of the title if the lien holder is the one in possession of the title. A couple of things to keep in mind; (1)While there should be no issue with using the VA driver license, he is required to obtain a Florida license within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida. (2)The lien holder has to be contacted to see if they will issue the title to Florida. Only if they refuse to do so can Florida plates without any restriction be issued. It can take a few weeks to hear from a lien holder in which time Florida plates can be issued. Click this link or forward it to your brother if you would like to place the Florida Title and New Registration order with eTags.
Maine only titles cars 1995 and newer. I have a 1991 Volvo I will be registering in Florida – how is this situation dealt with? There is no title for this car due to the age, and Maine cannot provide one. It is registered in my name in Maine.
If you’re attempting to register your vehicle in Florida, then you would need to complete Form 82033 and Form 82026 for a Bond Title. This process involves having a Surety Agency from a Surety Bond Company complete a “Certificate of Title Surety” that can be used in place of a standard title.
https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/82033.pdf and https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/82026.pdf
I bought a car from a friend over 6 years ago. We registered it in my name but left a small lien on the car as I was having some credit issues at the time and did not want the car in my name. My friend passed away shortly after i took possession of the car. The car is getting old and not running well so I would like to junk it or just let it sit without paying insurance on it or renewing registration. Have tried to contact my friends relatives to see if they wanted the car or would sign papers to get the registration put in my name. No one will respond, what can I do?
You can just let it sit without registering it or having insurance, as long as it’s not driven. In regards to ownership, you can pursue the bonded title route but it’s a lengthy process then you can get ownership. If you take it to the junkyard, they’ll probably do the bonded title for you.
I am a RI resident but we are closing moving to FL and closing on our home in a few weeks— that weekend we plan on getting new licenses and registering the cars (I will be in RI through Christmas after flying home for the closing before the final move away from family) i am just a bit confused it states needing the title but 2 of my cars are older than 2001 and we don’t have a title just registration (titles aren’t a state requirement in RI pre 2001) 1. Can I just use the registrations for a FL registration? And 2. The vin verification info states any police officer can do the odometer verification but the physical forms signature areas only list Florida sections?
Regarding your first question, FL requires a title so you’ll have to order a duplicate title with the RI DMV. For the VIN verification, you have a choice of two forms to choose from ,HSMV 82042 or HSMV 82040, either can be signed by a police office in any state. If it’s a notary that you’re using, they have to be licensed in FL. Feel free to use eTags for your title transfer at etags.com/app/fl
Hello,
Twice I attempted to register my NY car in FL now that I moved here and established both work and home. Florida DMV has refused to register my vehicle. I show insurance, address and registration verification, still they say I need the title. I don’t hold the title as the car is finance and NY will not release me an original title. The lienholder sent me a letter stating I have permission to register the vehicle. Over 3 weeks now and NY has not sent the duplicate title- I never seen this why is Fl giving me a hard time? I’m the original owner of vehicle
eTags is able to register your car here in FL. Please go to etags.com/app/fl and select transfer title/registration. You’ll get asked questions about your situation and submit your lienholder letter.
What if i was given the car as a gift but is still being paid for by the owner on the finance. Ex my dad bought me the car but it is only financed through him and my name is only in the insurance but i am living in Florida and need to register it
The owner of the vehicle will need to register it. So your name needs to be on the title in order to register the vehicle in your name in FL. You’ll need to have the bank add your name to the loan.
I am a Florida resident and active duty military looking to purchase a used vehicle in AL. When I was stationed in California as a FL resident I purchased a vehicle in CA and the dealer would not allow me to purchase the vehicle without registering it in California, therefore I had California tags for 1 year before they expired. How do I avoid this same scenario when I purchase the vehicle in AL? Are there any forms that I may present the dealer?
If you’re financing through dealer it’s unlikely that dealer will let you drive car without AL registration/plates. If you’re going to buy the car outright (cash) and continue to be a FL resident, then you can register the vehicle at etags.com/app/fl
I will be purchasing a car in NY from a relative. The title (on hand) will be signed over to me and properly filled out as well as a bill of sale. I will then drive the car to FL with NY plates, registration, and insurance still in my relatives name. All paperwork (bill of sale, NY title) will be dated once I am in Florida. Once in FL I will apply to bring an out of state car to FL ,title, and register it. Will there be any issue with registering the car in my name? I am concerned that the car will go from being registered and titled in NY to someone else (a relative), then to me, may pose an issue. Do I need to first apply for a temporary registration in NY to then be able to register it in Florida?
No need to apply for anything in NY. Once they are ready to have the vehicle titled in FL, they can do so without issue as long as they have (1)the properly completed and signed NY title to turn in, (2)Florida insurance, and (3)a VIN verification completed on Florida DMV form 82040 or on a self-created affidavit. The VIN verification can be done by a Police Officer from any state, a Florida Notary, or an authorized DMV/Tax Collector employee. The transfer can be completed online with eTags at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
Hello,
I have a house in Florida I use for residency.
Unfortunately, I am in Arizona and I also have an Arizona Driver Licence (my Florida license was expiring and I needed a license ASAP so I just got an AZ license while I was here).
The car has been registered in Florida with no problems before…but now they are requiring I have a valid Florida’s license.
Is there any way to avoid having to fly to Florida to get a new driver license?
This question is in regards to re-registering my car in Florida…
You can register your vehicle in Florida through etags online at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
We would accept any driver’s license.
When I check GoRenew, it looks like there is a block on my account because of the out of state license. I will call you guys tomorrow.
sounds good.eTags customer support is 1.888.633.5332
Hello, my daughter and I are on a car lease together in California. She’s moving back to NY and the car is on it’s way to NY. I’d like to bring it to Florida for the duration of the lease (which I am co-signor of and where I maintain a second home). If I register it in Florida, I know i need insurance , a residence and the title, but do i need a Florida driver’s license too or will a NY license suffice?
You can register your vehicle in Florida through eTags online at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D no matter what state is represented on your driver’s license
I am a NY resident and a “snowbird” to Florida. I am buying a car in NY, driving it to FL and will leave it there. I know I have to pay the sales tax in NY, and that new would give full credit to someone buying a car in FL and registering it in NY. Question….does FL do the same if you buy a car in NY and register it in FL?
Can you please clarify your questions, so we can make sure we’re giving you the best advice.
Hello,
I am a FL resident and I am currently stationed in Kansas as an active duty military member. I recently purchased a vehicle and I’d like to register it under FL tag. What do I need to provide in order to do so since I currently do not have a title? This vehicle is currently financed through dealership.
Assuming you leased the vehicle in Kansas, you would need a FL insurance, FL driver’s license and military designation if you’re looking for a military discount when registering.
I am purchasing a new vehicle out of state, but it will be registered and titled in Florida (transferring a license). The vehicle will remain out of state for the next 3 years. Who does the sales tax for the vehicle get paid to?
Not sure we understand your question. If your vehicle remains out of state for three years, it wouldn’t have to be registered in FL bc it’s driven on FL roads.
Hi, I’m thinking of buying a car out of state, I live in CT. My cousin lives in FL and I would like to register the car there under his residency. Is it possible to do this as long as both of our names are in the title and I insure the car in FL? He has a license in FL. Will the car need to be present at the time of registration or in FL for any other reason?
You can go to etags.com/app/fl to register your vehicle in FL. All you need is the title, ID and FL insurance.
I just bought a car in Texas and I want to title it in Florida. I don’t want to register it just yet because I will be restoring it for the next 6 months or so. Do I need to get insurance before I can title it? Does it have to be titled in Florida in 30 days even if I have no plans to drive it for 6 months?
Hello Doug, so you don’t have to register it if you won’t be driving it on the road. And since you’re not registering you won’t need insurance either. You do have to title though within 30 days if you want to avoid a penalty fee.
You can manage your vehicle service at https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20comment&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D
Currently i am a FL resident and am looking to purchase a vehicle from GA. The seller said he will provide a certified Bill of Sale and the last registration. Will this be enough to title and register the vehicle in FL? The vehicle is a 1970 if that makes a difference. Please advise how to proceed successfully in FL
In order to title and register your car in Florida, a tag agency may accept a Bill of Sale, but it’s best to have the seller request a duplicate GA title. You’ll also need a FL car insurance, your ID/driver’s license and a completed form 82040 which is an application for certificate of title with/without registration. You can go to this link: https://www.etags.com/app/fl/?utm_source=blog%20comment&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D and select transfer title/registration.
If you don’t have access to the current out of state vehicle title, please read the common scenarios in this blog details on what to do: How To Register Your Out of State Car in FL
Hello,
I’m an officer of a small nonprofit corporation located in Texas. The company recently purchased a truck in FL which will undergo conversion to an RV there and be used by our employees to do interstate travel including FL. Is it possible to have the motor vehicle registered there? If so what are the requirements?
Yes you can register in FL. You’ll need a FL car insurance, your ID/driver’s license and a completed form 82040 which is an application for certificate of title with/without registration. You must also have a FL residence to list on title/registration, even if mailing address is out of state. You can go to this link: https://www.etags.com/app/fl/?utm_source=blog%20comment&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D and select transfer title/registration.
My dad and I own a car in NC, he is a Florida resident, we just recently refinanced the car and took my name off. Does he need to register it and get tags before the new finance company takes over and pays the old finance company?
The state the car is registered in isn’t tied to the finance company.For a convenient way to do it, go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blog%20comment&utm_term=%7Bkeyword%7D and select renew vehicle registration. If he is driving the car in NC, he will need to register it there.
I need to know what do I need to do if I am a Florida resident and bought the car from Indiana and had them register it in Florida? The car is on lease and I had to pay taxes on it according to Florida requirements. I had gotten the insurance on the car before I signed the lease. I have the Florida license, and need registration, and tag. Don’t have the title due to it being held by the dealership as they own the car.
To register the vehicle in Florida, you can go online to etags.com/app/fl and select New Plate/Registration
I work at a dealer in NH, and we have a customer that is leasing a vehicle she would like to transfer her plates but the plates she is transferring isn’t a lease is this possible in Florida?
In FL the plates are associated with the person, and not with the vehicle. So she can transfer the plates from a non-lease to a leased car.
My son is in college I’m central FL & has a vehicle of mine there , it’s tagged, titled & insured. I live in the Panhandle & am purchasing him another vehicle(no lein). I’ll be transferring the tag freon the current vehicle bre has to the new one. My questions are: I’ll need to drive the new vehicle there & the old back here. With only the one tag is it possible to obtain anything, temp tag, etc. that would cover me while in transit with the cars, one each way? Secondly, if I purchase an out of state car, same tag/ travel question, but also: would I only pay to transfer the tag & the %taxes on the purchase price? Thank you
You’ll be able to obtain a temp tag at the DMV, but have to state that you’re selling the vehicle and is trying to obtain a temp tag for demonstration purposes. About your second question: you’ll have to pay taxes, title transfer and registration fees to register in FL. You can go to etags.com/app/fl for your title transfer/registration in FL
Previous Florida resident but moved to South Carolina for a year with a job. Moving back to Florida. Do I need to fill out the title and registration form? Even though they should have my information and a tag credit on file from the previous year.
If the vehicle is titled/registered in South Carolina, you’l need to re-register in Florida once you move back.
My husband plans to spends six months of the year in FL in our RV, but I work in Michigan so must maintain my residence here. Is it possible for him to register the RV in FL? And if so, what would he need to do that?
Yes, he can register the vehicle in FL by providing proof of ownership. He can go to etags.com/app/fl to register the RV online.
What will he need? A FL driver’s license? A FL address? FL insurance? Can his primary residence be Michigan, but still register the RV in FL?
He will need a FL driver’s license and FL insurance.
Hello,
I travel between Florida , NY, & NJ. Currently my car is registered in NJ but my license is Florida. Can my car still remain NJ & NY. Where should I insurance because when I come to NYC it is nice to have a car.
The vehicle and driver’s license should be connected to your primary residence.
i live out of state my tags are due at the end of october 2019 i wish to relocate to florida but my car is registered to my husband and he wont be coming with me.. How do i register for florida plates and tags without him present btw my car payment is in husbands name not mine
If your car payment and financing can be transferred to your name, then you can register your vehicle in Florida. Once the financing has been transferred, you can go to eTags.com/app/fl. If the car payments isn’t placed in your name, then your husband can register the car in Florida via eTags (in his name).
Hi my family is currently in Michigan and moving to Florida in Nov2019. We are currently pursuing a bigger family van that is registered in Illinois with a private seller. We would like to purchase the car in Illinois and request a title transfer to FL. Can this be done on Etags? To get the FL title do we need to first take an FL insurance (even though we are not physically in FL until a month from now?) just to obtain the FL title? Can we also get the registration completed through E-tags now before our actual move? Please advise. Thanks.
Yes, you can get it done through eTags. No you don’t need the insurance right away, if you just want to transfer the title in FL without getting the plates so you won’t be able to drive the car (just have ownership of it). You won’t be able to register the car until you get the title transfer, which at that point you would need to get FL insurance.
I am a Florida resident. I have a vehicle that is titled in Maine. I will be trading that vehicle in Maine for a new one. I want to then title and register the new vehicle to my Florida residence. How should I proceed?
If you’re financing the new vehicle, you would likely get a fl registration/plates without a title.You would need to provide proof through a main registration certificate or dealership purchase agreement.If it’s bought cash (clear title), you’d bring the Maine title into Fl and transfer into a FL title. You’ll also need FL insurance in both scenarios.
I’ve got a small dilemma, I’m attending college in Florida and I have a Cali driver’s license. I’m looking at buying a used motorcycle, could I register the bike in Florida using my Cali license?
Hey there, yes you can register the bike in Florida with a California license. You’ll also have 30 days from the time you move to update your driver’s license.
Good morning!
We moved to Florida from Michigan and my husband is in need of transferring his car to a Florida registration. It is leased through his LLC (single entity) that is registered in Michigan. Does he need to transfer his LLCs registration to Florida too in order to get his car registered here, or can he register the car in Florida while continuing to have it under his Michigan LLC? We are already getting car insurance for Florida and he will be getting a Florida driver’s license…just want to be sure we don’t need to fuss with where his LLC is registered. Thank you so much for clarifying!
You can register it in Florida without having to change anything on the LLC level, but you would have to prove ownership of the car. You can go to etags.com/app/fl/renewal to register the vehicle online.
I moved in Florida from AZ. I currently live in the home. I hate to go to DMV for the car registration, the transfer title and a new plate with tag. I have a driver license of AZ. It does NOT expire till 2036. I am verifying this. Can I just order a new car registration, the transfer title with a new license plate under the website of etags.com??
If I order these three items online once time, will I receive it by mail? If so, how long do I wait?
You’ll first need to transfer the title to Florida which you can do with etags. Then, if you’re registration renewal period is within the next 90 days, you can renew with etags as well. Us this link to begin your order https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer
Let me to clarify this. i moved in Florida for the first time. I have my car wiith the registration and the license plate from AZ. If I request a new registration and the license plate for Florida in the website of ETAGS.COM instead of DMV office, will ETAGS send these items by mail to my current home in Florida??
yes, you’d be able to register your car in Florida through eTags online and have it mailed to your residence in Florida. Just go to etags.com/app/fl
Good Morning,
I have a son in college in Florida. I live in North Carolina. His father and I are separated and is living in Florida. Our son is declaring his father’s address as his permanent address and got a Florida driver’s license when his NC DL expired back in July. I have an older high mileage car that is registered in NC that I would like to loan to him while he finishes his Senior year in college. Does he have to have a Florida plate since I own the car and I’m just loaning it to him?
Thank you for your assistance.
Hi, your son will have to get Florida plates if he is now a resident of Florida and will be operating the vehicle in Florida. The vehicle must also be titled in his name in Florida which means you would have to sell or gift it to him. Alternatively, you can title the vehicle in Florida in your name and add his name on the title and registration. Whichever option you choose, you can use eTags online transfer service to complete the transaction. We hope that helps. Thanks for your question.
I am planning on moving to my daughters home in Dunedin, Fl. I have a car that is rarely driven and the insurance is low mileage insurance since i have another vehicle. The tag is expiring at the end of the month but there may be a 2 week delay before i move and bring that car on a trailer. Do you have a grace period like Colorado does to be able to register it without penalty 30 days after expiration? I would rather not pay taxes/fees here and then 2 weeks later in Florida. Both of my cars are paid in full with no liens. Would it present a problem to tag it even if i have Florida Insurance but one of the registrations is 2 weeks late?
In Florida, you have 30 days from your move to register your car. Go to etags.com/app/fl when you’re ready to place your order.
We are in process of relocating to Florida from Washington State. My husband is moving before me because of a job offer. The car he took down is financed in my name only. He is of course insured though. My understanding is that because I’m not a resident that he can leave the vehicle registered in Wa until I join him in a few months?
Since he’s driving to FL and will be a resident in FLorida, you would have to gift the title to him so he can title it and register it in Florida.
I recently purchased a new vehicle from a dealership in Pennsylvania and had it shipped to my home in Broward County, Florida. I am confused as to the next steps for obtaining FL title and tag. Seems like I need to fill out form 82040, collect appropriate documents and send to local tax collector’s office. Once they issue title, I then can go to DMV (or use your services!!). Is this accurate?
Fill out the form 82040, bring the documentation to DMV, and have it titled there. Or you can place an order at etags.com/app/fl and we’ll do the work for you!
My daughter just moved to Florida and both her name and my name is on the car’s title in another state. The car is insured on my insurance policy in another state and my insurance agent said she is covered in Florida. Does she have to register her/my car in Florida or can we keep the car registered in another state? I did not move to Florida.
Hi, Florida requires that a vehicle driven in the state be titled and registered once the owner establishes residency. This is defined as either renting/leasing or buying a home, getting employed, or enrolling in school. If either of those is true for your daughter and she is driving that vehicle in Florida, she is required to have the vehicle titled and registered in the state unless she is active duty military stationed in Florida or if the vehicle has a lien in which case the process and requirements are a little different. Even if the vehicle is not titled in Florida, it does need to have Florida plates if your daughter has established residency in Florida. If you need to complete the title transfer or just get the Florida plates but are not able to got to a Florida DMV office or tag agency with your daughter, you can place an order with eTags to complete the process online. We hope this information is helpful.
I have a financed car (bought in maryland with maryland tags) and I moved to florida. Its time to get new tags because the old ones expired. Florida asks me for the title but the title I have is under the lenders name. What is the proper way to get new tags when the vehicle is registered in another state and is under a bank/lenders name? Please help I would really appreciate it.
Hi Mr. Calmet, this happens often and is something the Florida DMV has a process for. Since the title is not in your possession, you would need to compile copies the following documents: (1)the lease or purchase agreement from the MD dealer you got the car from, (2)the most currently issued Maryland registration (if you need a duplicate of your Maryland registration card, you can order one with eTags here), (3)proof of Florida insurance, (4)your ID (if there are two people on the Maryland title and registration, both must be on the Florida registration and so IDs are needed for all owners). With these documents you can either go in to your closest dmv office or tag agency or you may choose to complete your transfer online with eTags. It is required that an attempt be made to have your lien holder release the title to Florida. What will likely happen is that your Florida tags will be issued first so that you can drive the vehicle as soon as possible. The lien holder will be contacted to request that the title be released to Florida and, if the lien holder agrees, then the title will be transferred to Florida with the lien added at a later time. If the lien holder does not agree to issue the title to Florida, the title will remain in Maryland and you will have only Florida plates. We hope this information was helpful. Best of luck.
I am moving to Florida from CT this weekend. I owe taxes in CT, my cars registration is up on Sept 29th which is a Subday. I am also getting married the beginning of October there. Can I register my car in FL with back taxes owed? Will I have to hurry to DMV to register my vehicle before Sept. 29th? I will have a name change right after. Can I wait to get a DMV license until after I register the vehicle. I am still paying on this vehicle. I also have another vehicle that is also being financed that I owe taxes on but the registration is still good, can I wait to register that one?
Thank you,
Hi, First: Congrats on getting married! Let’s start with the first vehicle for which the CT registration expires on 9/29/19: If you plan on driving the vehicle after that date, yes you have to rush to the DMV to get your Florida plates in your current/maiden name. For the second vehicle with the CT registration that is not expiring soon, you can wait to register it in Florida since you will have a current registration issued from another state. In regards to the back taxes owed in CT for both of your vehicles, the state of Florida does not care about those. Taxes will only be collected in Florida IF you purchased the vehicles less than 6 months ago. If you’ve owned them longer than that, you wont need to pay taxes in Florida. One more thing we wanted to point out since you mentioned that both vehicles are financed; If you do not have the titles because the lien holder/financing company has possession of them, you will be required to attempt to have your lien holder issue the titles to Florida. This will not delay you getting your Floria plates so that you can drive the car but it will require extra documentation and an extra step not otherwise required when you have the title in your possession to turn in. Also, if you plan on getting either or both of your Florida registrations after you have changed your name, keep your copies of the name change so that nothing is missing or delayed when you go to complete this. Should you want to complete your transfers online and avoid the DMV, you can place your title transfer and registation order with eTags. Best luck and many, many years of happiness with your significant other!
Hello and Goodmorning,
We might be moving to FL. Just found out. Have 2 vehicles. Both are on payment plans. Both are currently registered and titled in the state of Michigan. Mine is a 2010 Cadillac SRX, whilst my wife’s is a 2014 Ford Focus SE. I have a class A CDL license, my wife has a regular class D license. Mine has a personalized vanity plate, while my wife’s is a regular plate. What do we need to re-register/insure etc in FL? Do you have excise tax, emission tests and safety tests? A concept that MI does not. And how much are the costs? Thanks in advance.
Hello to you too and congrats on your upcoming, potential move to the Sunshine State!. Below we have answered your questions which would apply to both vehicles:
– To register the vehicles in Florida, you will need (1)the Michigan issued titles if you have them or copies of the purchase/lease agreements from the dealer or financing company, (2)proof of Florida insurance, (3)your identification(s), and (4)if your identifications do not have a Florida residence, proof of your Florida residence such as a utility bill or rental/lease/purchase agreement.
– You will be required to pay a sales tax only IF you have owned the vehicles less than 6 months. If applicable, the amounts depend on how much in taxes you paid when you purchased the vehicles in Michigan.
– Florida does not require any emissions or safety tests.
– The fees will vary based on whether you will owe tax (if you have owned the vehicles less than 6 months), the vehicle’s weights since yearly registation fees are based on weight among other things, and a few other factors. Some general DMV fees though: $95 for each title transfer and $225 for each new Florida plate plus whatever the yearly registation fee is based on the vehicles’ weights. If you fancy completing your title transfer online with eTags, we offer payment plans that allow you to complete your transfer and pay the DMV and other fees over time.
We hope that information helps. Best of luck with your upcoming move!
Currently active duty military but a Florida resident, how do I have my California registered car switched over to Florida? And how would I have a Florida approved law enforcement officer inspect it if I’m not anywhere near Florida? Help
Hi Paul, thanks for your service!!! Let’s answer the easier question first; the VIN verification that Florida (and most states) require can be done by a Police Office from any state. You can have them complete the VIN verification/inspection on this Florida DMV form. For your first question, we are going to have to assume that your vehicle is only registered with California plates but has a Florida title (since you said you are an FL resident). As such, you will only need to obtain Florida plates by applying for them at your closest Florida DMV office or tag agency. If you are getting new plates (and not transferring Florida plates you may already own), you may qualify for an exemption that waives the $225 new plate fee depending on your deployment status. If you are unable to complete your transaction in person (presumably for the same reason you can’t get the VIN inspection in FL), feel free to place an order with eTags to complete everything online. If your vehicle already has a Florida issued title, place an order here. If your vehicle has a California issued title, place an order here. Thanks for your question.
Hello, I purchased a car for my son who lived in Florida, at the time, and registered both the loan and car in my name. He since had moved back to PA and re-registered in PA. The loan and car is still currently registered in my name in PA, but my son moved back to Florida. I want to transfer the car back to Florida and put it in his name. Is that possible? I would like to do this without me traveling to Florida.
Yes, please go to etags.com/app/fl to register.
Hi,
I’m already a Florida resident. I’m visiting family in CT and looks like the car I own may need to be traded in due to repairs. If I buy another car in CT, can I complete the transfer work online?
We are dealing with a family illness, so I wasn’t expecting to return to FL for another month or two, so an in-person visit to DMV is not possible.
As I already am a full time resident of FL, is it possible to purchase another vehicle here and transfer the registration online?
Thanks!
Yes, you can transfer the registration online. Please go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl
I am a Florida resident and I am in New York with family due to the pandemic. I am in the process of purchasing a vehicle while here. Is there a way I register the vehicle without having to come back to Florida right now. I know I can add it to my insurance but what about the plates how would that work. Also submitting the title.
If you are purchasing the vehicle from a dealership, they will give you all the necessary documents to do the out of state transfer. If it is a private purchase, make sure to have the title completed with the seller’s signature and have a bill of sale. You can use the service eTags offer to Transfer title & registration, at http://www.etags.com/app/fl?utm_source=blogquestion if you have a Florida plate to transfer.
If not, you can use the title transfer & new registration service. You can submit everything to our website to review and once approved. You will need to mail us the original documents to process.
Please help! My husband and I are moving to FL from NY. We have two children who are staying behind for about 6-9 months. They both have cars. The vehicles are in mine and my husbands name. I’d like to get FL plates on the cars I’m leaving behind with my kids in order to have all vehicles on one insurance policy. How do I go about registering these vehicles in FL if they are physically not there yet? One vehicle I have the title and the other vehicle we are still paying a loan. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you so much!!
Yes you can register these vehicles in Florida. Please go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl to register.
Hello,
I am a retired resident of Florida. I am buying an used RV in Alaska and driving it back down to Florida but will be taking almost three months to do it making a long trip of it. I want the vehicle registered in Florida. How do I do this and not get double taxed?
You can register your RV online at https://www.etags.com/app/fl
We can send you the plates, title and registration if there’s no lien. Once you place the order, provide proof of paid taxes to avoid being double charged. For more info call 1.888.633.5332
Hello, I own a condo in Saint Pete Beach, Florida that I have it set up in an LLC single owner ( myself) that I use about 8 to 12 weeks a year and rent it out the rest of the year. I would like to keep a car there permanently all year so I don’t have to rent a car when in Florida and would like to know what I need to do to register it in Florida. My primary residence is in and license is NY. And the car is currently registered in NY also. Thanks Ronnie
To register your car in Florida, go to https://www.etags.com/app/fl
Select “transfer title” and provide identification and original title.
Contact us at 1.888.633.5332 for more details.
I am moving to GA with my Sister in law who owns the house. I will be living with her, not paying rent, not working. How do I claim Fla. residency and register my car?
Hi Beth, if you are establishing residency (living) in Georgia, you are required to obtain a license there and register and titling your vehicle there. This page on Georgias DoR website goes into a bit more detail about this: https://dor.georgia.gov/new-georgia . If you are visiting for an extended period, you can maintain your Florida license and registration. Keep in mind that things like your name being added to a utility bill, the lease agreement, working or attending school in Georgia can qualify as establishing residency in the state and therefor require that you get a GA license and registration. Hope that helps.
We live in MI and have a second home in FL. We wish to purchase a car to leave at our second home. The car will only be driven maybe a total of 3 weeks during our visits to prepare for our move to Florida in roughly 6-8 months. Can we have the car registered in FL considering we are not technically residents yet? I keep finding conflicting information since the car will be “living” there but we technically do not. If it cannot be registered in FL because we are not technically residents does that then mean it must have Michigan insurance and plates?
Hi Dani, If the car you plan on purchasing will not be driven in MI and only operated in FL, you can indeed have the car titled and registered in Florida. You do not have to be a Florida resident to do so. You only need to have a physical Florida address and supporting documentation such as a purchase contract or utility bill in your name for your Florida home. We handle transactions just like this for many of our customers. If you are purchasing from a private party, you can visit https://www.etags.com/app/fl/title/transfer?utm_source=blog to place an order to have the title transferred and plates issued without need to go to an FL DMV office. If you are purchasing from a dealer, they will handle the title and registration process for you. We hope this information helps. Hope to see you in Florida soon!
Good morning,
I am considering buying a car in North Carolina but I need to register the car with Florida. I cannot travel to Florida. What is the process when not in Florida?
Thank you.
Hello KB. As you cannot arrange an in-person visit to the DMV in FL, you could still do it online. Keep in mind that you must be a FL resident to process your registration.
You are considered a resident in FL once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Under those circumstances, you will need to register your vehicle at your nearest tax collector’s agency.
To register your vehicle you’ll first need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and take care of the following:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (if applicable)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. For that reason, eTags has launched an online tool that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
ETAGS:
I recently started to work in Florida. However, I live in Connecticut in a home that we own together with my wife.
Pretty likely that in the future we will move to Florida. However, at least for 8-10 months we will continue to live in CT. It may be much longer.
I am going to work remotely, and fly to Florida only once a month, may be two times, for one or a few days. I am going to sleep in a hotel if will be in Florida overnight. I am not going to bring our car(s) to Florida. While in Florida, I am going to use public transportation, taxi, and may be rent a car. My wife works in CT; she does not plan to visit Florida in the near future.
According to Connecticut laws, as long as I live in the state, I must maintain Connecticut license, and it does not matter if I work in another state (a lot of Connecticut residents work in nearby New York, Massachusetts, etc.) The two cars that we own together with my wife must be registered where they are garaged, i.e. also in Connecticut.
How can it be reconciled with the requirement that, once starting to work in Florida, I automatically became a FL resident and must switch my license and car registration to Floridan? My it be that the requirement is not so strict?
Your main residence is in Connecticut, so your vehicles don’t have to be registered in FL.
Hi, I am a Virginia resident. My adult son is a Florida resident. I would like to buy him a used car in Maryland from a dealership. Can I get a temporary tag in Maryland in my name, then immediately sell the car to my son and have him register it in Florida without my first registering the vehicle in my own name in Virginia?
It would be best to talk directly to the dealership, to see if they can assist you in this specific case.
Hello. I live in NY and have leased a car that is registered in NY. I plan to let my parents drive the car fulltime (the lease will remain in my name and I will make all payments on the lease). My parents will shortly be moving to FL. They have leased an apartment in FL for which I am guarantor (but I am not a tenant under the apartment lease and do not plan to live in FL). My parents will obtain a Florida auto insurance plan while in Florida to insure the car. Does the car need to be registered in FL when my parent move there? I will continue to own the lease and will remain resident in NY.
Thank you for your help.
Hello Andrew. If your parents plan to drive the vehicle and keep it in Florida, they will have 30 days after they establish residency to register the vehicle at their local Tax Collector’s agency.
Hi,I’m in Florida and trying to purchase a trailer 4×6 (less then 2000lbs) from someone who has a “permanent tag” from Virginia. Of course this person will give me a bill of sale. Since it’s a “permanent tag” how do I go about getting it to my name? How much will it cost and how long will it take? Do I need more then the bill of sale in this case?
I really appreciate the input, thank you.
The person who is selling this trailer is also here in FL
Hello Linda. For permanent vehicle registrations in FL, you will need to contact the DMV in Tallahassee at (850) 617-2000.
Hello Linda. For permanent vehicle registrations in FL, you will need to contact the DMV in Tallahassee at (850) 617-2000.
Hello. My oldest daughter, having just completed her doctorate degree, is moving temporarily to FL for a 13-month residency program, after which she will return to her home state of IN. My younger daughter is going to accompany her for six months before resuming school. Each will be bringing her IN-licensed automobile for their time in FL. Both will be returning to IN. Do either need to change their IN drivers license or license plates while in FL or can they keep both for their permanent IN residence?
Hello Dan. As long as your daughters stay in FL temporarily, they could retain the license plates from their local state.
I’m a Florida resident. I am currently in Michigan. I am purchasing a motorhome from a private citizen here in Michigan. I won’t be in Florida until October. Can I get a temporary registration? And how do I proceed?
Hello Dan. If you are a FL resident who is purchasing a vehicle in another state, you will need to visit the nearest DMV agency in Michigan to find out about the requirements for temporary tags. It varies from state to state.
Hello,
I hear that auto registrations/ licenses are renewed on the month of your birthday. I just moved here to Florida and my birthday is September 15. Would it better to wait til September 1st to register my car and get a license? Thanks
Hello Dianne. If your birthday is on September 15th, the DMV will give require you to renew your tags on your birthday the following year. You could either register your car in person through the DMV or online by accessing our online service.
We offer convenience and full support to help you process your registration from the comfort of your home.
If you have any other question in regards to vehicle registrations in FL or our services, please feel free to contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I have just purchased a condo in Florida and will use it as my full-time residence. I currently lease a car from Nissan and would like to register it in Florida. I also own a pickup truck that I would also like to register in Florida but not drive there. I will use the truck as transportation during 3 months of the year in the summer while staying at my son’s house in Connecticut. I will leave the truck there to use as a second vehicle during the summer. What is the procedure to registering these vehicles in Florida?
Thank you!
Hello Richard. Since you are establishing residency in FL via employment, the DMV requires residents to register the vehicles by law.
You are considered a resident in FL once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Under those circumstances, you will need to register your vehicle at your nearest tax collector’s agency.
To register your vehicle you’ll first need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and take care of the following:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (if applicable)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online tool that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hello,
My husband and I own a vehicle that is registered in VA. We are selling it to our son, who is moving to FL. We are in the process of paying off the car and getting the title. Can he bring the signed title to FL and register it there without having to pay sales tax or does he need to transfer the VA title to himself here first and then re-register it in FL? Thanks for your help.
Hello Cindy. If you are signing over the title to your son who is moving to FL< he will need to title and register vehicle at the nearest Tax Collector's agency. He will still need to pay the taxes attached to the process.
Hi, I just moved to FL with an out-of-state DL. My friend is selling a car and I plan to have it. Can I transfer the title to mine with an out-of-state DL? Since I will have to wait for the first month utility billing to get a license transfer and my friend is leaving in a week. Thanks!
Hello Alexis. Title and registration are processed at once. You will need to a driver’s license to be able to register a vehicle in FL.
Hi, I’m a florida resident and I bought an out state car with a blown engine. Im planning on fixing it but need it registered here. Do I have to bring the car to DMV, do I need to tow it there so they can verify the VIN? Or I don’t need to bring the vehicle?
Hello Dwight. If you haven’t completed the VIN inspection, you may be able to get it from your local police station, otherwise you will need to contact your local DMV agency for further instructions.
I live in Florida and recently purchased a untitled Georgia vehicle – a 1967 Ford F-100. Since Georgia is a title optional state for this vehicle how hard is it to get titled in Florida? I have a bill of sale and the Georgia registration.
Hello Brian. From the information you have provided, you will need to discuss your inquiry with your local tax collector’s agency since you are bringing a non-titled vehicle to the state. Upon approval, you may be required to get a FL title and follow the common title/registration process.
Hello. I’m currently living in California. My girlfriend has taken my car to Florida for work. I will not be moving to Florida til the end of the year but the vehicle is in my name. Tag expires at the end of the month. How can I have her register my car for Florida? Should/can I add her (trust her and have no issue putting her name into my title) onto the cars title easily? Car will not be returning to California so I do not want to get plates here again just to change them again in a couple months as I have to get smog checks and all other kinds stuff Florida doesn’t require.
Hello John. To be eligible for vehicle registration in Florida, you will need to be a resident. You will need to fulfill the following requirements in order to be considered a resident in FL:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Hi, I am a FL resident looking to finance a car that’s from Rhode Island. Can I register that car to FL without going to the DMV? Could the registration be done at the dealership? If it’s possible, what’s the process?
Hello Kiandra. You cannot register a car from a dealership in another state with the DMV in Florida. You will have to do it either by arranging an in-person visit to the DMV or online.
In-person appointments may be time-consuming. That’s eTags offers online car registrations.
We could help you register and/or get a FL title (upon lienholder’s approval) from your desktop. Please keep the following documents handy for a successful registration:
– Your Florida driver’s license.
– Proof of Florida insurance.
– Lien documentation (if applicable)
– VIN and Odometer Reading verification.
– A completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Good morning. I’m on a job assignment for 3 years in FL from MO. I drove my truck to FL yet my MO plates expire in OCT. Since I will still be living in FL (with a FL address/lease) Do I register my truck here in FL or go back to MO to register it. Also do I need to obtain a FL drivers license too?
Hello Shae. Since you are establishing residency in FL via employment, the DMV requires residents to register the vehicles by law.
You are considered a resident in FL once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Under those circumstances, you will need to register your vehicle at your nearest tax collector’s agency.
To register your vehicle you’ll first need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and take care of the following:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (if applicable)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online tool that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hi, I am currently a resident of Virginia, have a Virginia Drivers License, and have a car with Virginia license. I’m currently living with a friend in Florida and working in the state of Florida and using my car in the state of Florida. This job is indefinite, however, I eventually will be moving back to Virginia, but I don’t know when. What are the law requirements for transferring my driver license and car tags to Florida, or don’t I have to as long as I know I will be going back to Virginia sometime and keep my residency in Virginia?
Hello Brendon. You are considered a resident in FL once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Under those circumstances, you will need to register your vehicle at your nearest tax collector’s agency.
To register your vehicle you’ll first need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and take care of the following:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (if applicable)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online tool that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I live in NY (NY drivers license) 9 months of the year, own a second home in Florida where I spend the remaining 3 months. I plan on buying a used car for the 3 months I’m in Florida, where the car will remain. Do I need to register it in Florida or should I register it in NY as a second vehicle?
Hello Janice. It’s completely up to you as you have two residences. Hence, you could either register in FL or NY.
I’ve just moved to Florida from Alabama with a Jeep Wrangler and will be leasing a new vehicle BMW x3 (trading in the Jeep) tomorrow. I have not yet begun the registration process for either vehicle. Do i need go through it twice? Or can i just get the registration for the newly leased vehicle, and not have to worry about the Jeep?
Hello Jessica. You will be able to register the new vehicle through the dealership since they will issue the lease to you. You should contact your dealer for further instructions about this procedure.
I am currently living in the state of Washington. My vehicle is registered in California where I purchased it. I am active duty military. My home of record is Florida. Can I register my vehicle in Florida with my car physical being elsewhere?
Hello Jonathan. From the information you have provided it appears that you can complete your registration in FL by using our online tool. eTags offers online registrations to FL residents along with title transfers and other vehicle-related transactions.
However, we would like to learn more about the nature of your registration query to determine eligibility. Either way, we offer a risk-free platform along with a dedicated and knowledgeable customer service to answer any questions in the process.
Note that you can email our customer support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are available to get your call from Monday to Friday between 9 AM to 5 PM (EST).
Now, find below the documents you need to submit in order to process your registration in FL either online or through the DMV:
– The original vehicle title, or an Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040)
– Florida Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
– Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
Hello, I have a car testosterone’s in my nine and my mother’s name, the plate is in her name. I want to transfer the tag to another vehicle, will my mother have to be present to put her name on the title? And once that is done we can still use that plate correct?
Hello Brad. From the information you have provided it appears that your mum owns the vehicle and it is registered on her name. To transfer the plate to another vehicle, the person’s name on the title has to be present on the transaction at the DMV.
Your mother can also transfer her license plates to the new vehicle by using our online platform without having to arrange in-person visits to the DMV.
Our service offers a convenient and reliable way to handle license plate transfers from the comfort of your home. If you would like to learn more about our service or license plate transfers in FL, feel free to contact our customer support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I have residences in NY and FL but a NY license. I wish to buy a car in FL to be kept in FL.
Can I do that without a FL license?
If not how do I register it?
Hello Barry. If you have two residences, it would be up to you where to register your vehicle. But let me walk you through the vehicle registration process in FL.
You have 30 days to register a vehicle from the day you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (This applies to the second vehicle)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hello. I currently live in Maryland, but I will be relocating to Florida and establishing my home there as my official residence. I plan to keep a condo and car in Maryland, as I will be returning to Maryland occasionally. For the car that stays in Maryland, do I need to retitle it to Florida once I establish my Florida residence, or does it stay registered with Maryland?
Hello Dan. If you are keeping both addresses, it will be up to you to keep the vehicle registered either in MD or FL.
My daughter is moving to Florida for a new job. She drives a car registered in my name. Can it still be an Ohio registered vehicle and have Ohio plates and insurance? Will she need a Florida Driver’s License?
Hello Diane. Once your daughter establishes a new residence in a different state, she’ll be required to register the vehicle at her local DMV agency. Prior to registration, your daughter will need to get a FL driver’s license and a valid FL auto insurance.
Hi, I have a company in Florida and will like to transfer 2 vehicles there. 1 is 100% owned, and the second I bought from a dealership in California (it is currently finance). My driver license is in California, but my company is located in Florida. How will I go about transfering both vehicles that are register in california, to my company in Florida? (ignore the previous comment due to typos)
Hello Steven. From the information you have provided you have already established residency through a business ownership in FL. You will need to register and title both vehicles by taking into account the following steps:
You have 30 days to register a vehicle from the day you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (This applies to the second vehicle)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
My truck broke down 2 years ago in Florida and I had to leave it there the inspection and registration expired but I kept insurance on it and I’m in Florida finally and fixed it and would like to get it home being New York State by driving it how would I go about getting new registration and inspection
by driving it how would I go about this to
Hello Colby. You will need to visit your local DMV agency and request a temp. registration. With a temp registration, you’ll be allowed to drive your car up to NY and complete a permanent registration at your local NY DMV. You may also need to prove your vehicle wasn’t operative after the expiration of your tags. Good luck!
Good afternoon, I moved to South Florida from NY for only 1 year and I plan is to move back once the year is completed. Do I need to change the NY plate to a Florida plate just for 1 year or are there any alternative to this? Thank you!
Hello Carlos. If you are keeping residence in NY, it’s up to you register the vehicle in FL. Note that you will need a FL insurance and driver’s license if FL is your only place of residence.
I currently split my time between NH and Florida. I want to change the registration on my NH vehicle to my Florida address. The vehicle is leased. How would I go about doing the transfer of registration/title?
Hello Rich. In FL, you are required to register your vehicle once you establish residency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
In your case, you are already entitled to register your car using your FL address at your local tax collector’s agency.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online.
eTags has launched an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hi – I’m a resident of Indiana and work in Indiana. Have a secondary home in Florida that I’m at maybe 60 days a year. I do keep a car garaged down there. Currently has Indiana plates since my primary residence is IN.
Curious whether I need IN or FL insurance?
Hello Justin. You could keep your IN tags as long as you are a current resident in the state of Indiana. It’s up to you.
Hi,
I am a FL resident, FL license, FL home purchase… I recently purchased a vehicle from a dealership in Tucson AZ, and now need to register it in Marion County, FL. With AZ collecting sales tax (8.7%) on the purchase, even from an out-of-state resident, will I be forced to pay an additional sales tax on the purchase in FL? I know there will be title and registration fees to pay — I’m just feeling “double dipped” if I’m required to pay the sales tax again in Marion County, FL. Can you help me figure out if I will be “single-dipped” with some credit given for the AZ sales tax collected at the time of purchase? Thanks a bunch!
Hello Pastor. The taxes for purchasing a vehicle in another state does not impact on the taxes you need to pay for registering a car in FL.
In FL, you are required to register and get a FL title once you establish residency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration with us.
eTags offers you an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I am in the military and currently overseas. My permanent residence and vehicle is registered in FL but I’m letting friends drive it in Ga. When the registration expires can they renew it online and have the tags mailed to them in Ga?
Hello Jane. You can renew your registration online by using our online platform. Once you renew your registration with us, we’ll be able to ship your new registration to any address you provide us in the U.S.
All you need to do is visit our portal, follow our easy instructions, and complete the renewal within minutes. We highlight for convenience and support.
If you have any questions about registration renewals or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hi,
I’m a Florida resident and I’m buying a car from another state and from a private seller who has the title in hand. Can I do all the paperwork necessary online to include paying the taxes, transfer of tag, and title? It is also going to have a lien from my bank.
Hello Rudy. You could register your vehicle online. There’s no need to arrange an in-person visit to the DMV when you could process your registration from your smart device.
All you need to do is visit our portal and follow the simple instructions. Our service ranks highly for convenience and customer support.
If you have any question about car registrations in FL or our services, please email our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I travel a ton for work. I am a Florida resident with a Florida Drivers License. I bought a car in Indiana, I need to get it registered. Currently I’m in Tennessee then heading straight to Iowa from here. The 30 day window to register this thing will have passed by the time I return. What can I do to get it registered? Can I use your service?
Hello Stephen. Absolutely. You could register/title your vehicle with us. There’s no need to arrange an in-person visit to the DMV when you can process your registration online.
But let us walk you through the registration/title procedure so you are aware of what you need to keep handy for a smoother procedure.
In FL, you are required to register and get a FL title once you establish residency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration with us.
eTags offers you an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
The insurance information is confusing and sounds contradictory. I have to have Florida insurance before registering the car, but cannot get insurance until the car is registered? Is this what you are saying? I have a car currently registered in NY and want to register it in FL in September. Also, it is a lease, so how would I even go about getting a Certificate of Title since I don’t own it?
Hello Mary. You don’t necessarily need a vehicle title to get an auto insurance. If you have any other document (say a Bill of Sale) to demonstrate that you own the vehicle you bought, you can show it to your agent.
My wife and are moving to Florida in September. We are closing on our condo today. I have 2 vehicle to move. One is a new pickup truck. One is a 1993 Olds Cutlass Convertible. It’s considered an antique in Kentucky and has a plate designating it so. Is there an age limit in Florida for an antique automobile? I also assume both vehicles are subject to inspection at the County Sheriff office where we are moving? (Collier County’s)
Hello Darin. In Florida, vehicles must be at least 30 years old to qualify for antique or historic designation. Hope that answers your question.
Hi,
I am a resident of NY but am working in FL for 2 months. My employer paid for a car for me to drive down and use while in FL that will be signed over to them after the production ends. They instructed me to get temp plates and register the vehicle in FL. I obtained a NY in-transit permit to bring the car to FL. Can I register this vehicle in FL with my out of state license? What documents will I require to complete my FL registration in this circumstance?
Hello Leigh. From the information you have provided it seems you are not convinced whether to register your vehicle or not. You are going to be in FL for just 2 months that makes sense.
That being said, you should contact your local DMV agency and ask whether it makes sense to register the vehicle. In the meantime, let us walk you through the registration/title procedure so you are well-informed prior to contacting the DMV.
In FL, you are required to register and get a FL title once you establish residency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license. * They don’t accept driver’s licenses from other states. That hopefully answers your question.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, you should go to your local tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration/title transfer within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hello! I am moving to Florida from Philadelphia for about 3 months stay. I want to bring my car there also. Is it necessary to register as a Florida resident for this period? Do I need to obtain Florida plates instead of my Philly plates? Is my insurance still active in Florida? Thank you
Hello Ivan. You are strongly advised to contact the DMV in Philadelphia as temporary relocations usually come with certain duties depending on the nature of your relocation. The same thing applies to your car insurance policy. Good luck.
Hi!
I have a question. My driver’s license is for Arizona. My family and I were recently on a road trip as we are planning on relocating to Florida. Unfortunately, the motor died on the motorhome and I am currently in need of a vehicle to get to Florida. Would it be best to purchase a vehicle in the current state we’re in and then registering it in Florida? Or would it be best to purchase a vehicle in Florida? Seeing that my DL is issued for AZ, I won’t be able to register it where we are as we aren’t residents here (maybe I can get temp tags?).
We have plans on moving to an RV park in Florida so we won’t have an address until we purchase a new RV there.
Thank you!
Hello Tifany. You cannot register a vehicle in FL unless you become a resident.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
My son will be attending college in Florida next year. He is planning on taking my vehicle with him. Does he need to register it in Florida or can it stay in my name registered in Ohio. Also will he need to transfer his driver’s license and insurance to florida. He only plans on being there for 18 months.
Hello Mandy. From the information you have provided it seems that your son may be able to drive your vehicle in FL since he is there for academic purposes. Yet, hey may need to get an insurance policy and a FL driver’s license to be eligible to drive in FL. Contact your local DMV agency for more information about driver’s license and insurance policies for students.
ETAGS – i leave a NYS car in FL but cannot have my registration renewed without NY Inspection. Can I have it done in NY? I own a home in FL but am a NY resident – only in FL Dec-April. How can I keep my vehicle run FL year round and egistered without bring it up north just for inspection??
Hello Robert. You could keep your vehicle registered in NY and renewed with the DMV in NY. Or you could register your vehicle with the FL DMV which is not linked to the DMV in another state. It is up to you since you have 2 residences.
I’m currently in the military and registered in colorado but my tags expire this month, however I do not move into an apartment until next month. Until then I’m staying with family while on leave. How can I register my car if I dont have a lease on an apartment and I dont begin my new assignment until august?
Hello Juan. From the information you have provided you may use the address given by the military while stationed in CO. You’ll need to contact your employer for further information about using a mailing address.
correction from above – can i have inspection done NOT in NY? I want to leave car here but remain a NY resident with NY registration and NY insurance. Is it possible?
Hello Robert. You may run inspection in any other state or locally and submit it to the DMV for registration. Contact your local DMV agency for more information.
Hello Robert. You could keep your vehicle registered in NY and renewed with the DMV in NY. Or you could register your vehicle with the FL DMV which is not linked to the DMV in another state. It is up to you since you have 2 residences. When it comes to inspection, you could do them anywhere as long as they are valid to the DMV upon submission.
What if it takes more than thirty days to finds an apartment? Would this be an issue when your ready to register your car?
Hello Karen. In FL, you are required to register and get a FL title once you establish residency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration with us.
eTags offers you an online portal that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
My son-in-law and daughter are in the military – he is stationed in Hawaii and she is on her way to Korea for a year. They left their car with us in Florida – it is currently registered in Alabama, but that registration expires in a few weeks. How do I get this car registered?
Hello Mike. If the vehicle is in your name and you are currently living in FL, you will need to register your vehicle with your local tax collector’s agency.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hello,
We purchased a condo in Florida in Feb. 2019. We sell our home in VT July 12, 2019. We will become Florida residents when we go back to Florida in October. We have 2 vehicles and an RV. 26′ tow behind camper. We plan to register our truck in FL when we arrive. Our Honda CRV is a lease and it expires in December. It was leased and is registered in VT. We are giving up the Honda and will pay cash for a car in Florida at that time. Can we just not register the Honda at all as we are giving it up in December?
Our camper is staying in VT at a friends house. Do we have to register it in Florida because that is our only permanent address?
Hello Diane. Once you establish residency in FL, you will need to register your vehicle(s) with your local Tax Collector’s agency as established by the DMV.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Im a resident of Florida currently living in California due to military assignment, i want to register my vehicles in florida while being here. is this possible? The vehicles are currently registered in California.
Hello Rafael. From the information you have provided you could renew your registration from CA as you are a FL resident stationed out-of-state for military reasons. Find below the following requirements to process your registration:
– The original vehicle title, or an Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040)
– FL Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
– Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
Did you know that eTags processes online car registrations in Florida? No longer will you need to arrange an in-person visit to the DMV to process your registration. Our user-friendly and reliable platform helps you register your vehicle within minutes.
For more information about FL title transfers or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hello, I registered my car in California with a non transferable registration, because at the time I lost my title. I recently moved to Florida and wish to register my car here. Is it possible to register in Florida even though I have a non transferable registration from California? I found the original title that I could not find when I was in CA. As long as I have all the required paperwork, can I register in FL or do I need to go all the way back to CA to sort things out at the DMV?
Hello Dan. From the information you have provided you may be able to register your vehicle in FL. All you need to do is arrange an in-person appointment with your local tax collector’s agency and follow their instructions.
In Florida, you have 30 days to register your vehicle with your local DHSMV once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I am a NYS resident who purchased an Avalanche from a dealership who, because it was paid for by check- put an initial lien on the vehicle. Once it cleared, instead of sending me a new title, they just gave me a lien release. I am moving before I would be able to get the new title that shows it’s owned outright from the NYS DMV. Is the title and the lien release together enough to transfer the title to Florida, or do I need to submit this to the NYS DMV and have them send me the clean showing title to Florida before I can do anything?
Hello Kelly. From the information you have provided, you could come to FL and get a new title by providing proof that the lien on your vehicle has been satisfied.
Now, did you know that eTags offers title transfers in the State of Florida? By accessing our portal, you could complete this transaction from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about car registrations in FL or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
Hi,
My parents live in Canada and wanted to give me their 2005 Camry. I live in Florida. How do we go about making this happen? They are planning to drive it down and give it to me.
Thanks.
Hi Michael. In Florida, you have 30 days to register and/or title your vehicle with your local DHSMV once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are busy with your move. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your registration within minutes.
For more information about car registrations in FL or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I will be moving to Florida from California and I just renewed my tags this month in CA. I will be moving to FL in a month or two; do I have to pay for my tags again once I move to FL?
Hello Noah. Once you move to another state, even after completing a renewal, you will still need to register your vehicle in the new state.
I recently moved from Louisiana to Florida to live with my son and his family. I have been ill and did not realize that my car registration had expired 11/30/2018. What do I need to do to register my car in Florida and obtain a Florida license plate?
Hello Betty. In Florida, you have 30 days to register and/or title your vehicle with your local DHSMV once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are busy with your move. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your registration within minutes.
For more information about car registrations in FL or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
We purchased a home in FL on May 4, ’19 and just sold our MI home, however, we aren’t moving until August 22. Our MI plates expire on 7/12/19. Is there any way to transfer title and purchase a plate for FL if our insurance is still MI? We do know who will be handling our vehicle insurance once we move.
Hello Rita. In Florida, you have 30 days to register and title your vehicle with your local DHSMV once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are busy with your move. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your registration within minutes.
For more information about vehicle registrations in FL or our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I’m a FL resident who is Active Duty Navy currently stationed in California. I have a Car registered in FL that I’m trading in to the dealer here in CA and want to know if I can keep my old FL plate. Also since I will be purchasing a new vehicle and not coming back to FL within the next 6 months am I eligible to not pay taxes in FL and CA on the vehicle or does the tax exemption only cover me for FL? The way the Affidavit for U.S. Military Service Personnel (Currently Stationed in a State Other Than Florida) Claiming an Exemption from Florida Sales Tax reads it states “I recognize that I owe tax to the state in which the motor vehicle was purchased, unless a specific exemption applies.” Can you please clarify this information.
Hello Napoleon. You could transfer your plate to your new vehicle through the DMV and register your vehicle in FL since you are a resident that has been stationed in CA for military purposes. To avoid arranging in-person visits with your local tax collector’s agency, you could simply use our portal to transfer your plate and/or register your new vehicle online. we offer a user-friendly platform that handles car registration, title, and other vehicle-related transactions in a fast and reliable way.
For more information about our services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
My daughter wants to leave her car in FL for when they visit. It’s currently registered in CO, but she has residence with me in FL as well. How can we register her car in FL & obtain ins?
Hello Christina. For legal matters, it makes more sense for your daughter to keep the vehicle registered in FL, especially if she is already qualifies as a FL resident.
We’re a military family currently stationed in Alabama but maintain legal residency in Florida. Our drivers licenses and other vehicle tags are all Florida. We just purchased a new car in AL and need to register it. Should we do this in Florida? Can we do it remotely?
Hello Laura. From the information you have provided it seems that you could register your vehicle remotely. Military members who are Florida residents but are stationed in another state can still register their vehicle in Florida.
Complete all of the following forms, and send them along with payment for registration fees to the county tax collector’s agency in your county of residence:
– The original vehicle title, or an Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040: Get Started Now) if you also need to title your vehicle in the state.
– Florida Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
Important: Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
Good luck!
We are still paying on the loan for my daughter’s car and she has relocated to Florida. Our state requires vehicles emissions testing and we will not be able to renew the registration in CT once the emissions pass has expired. We have already been allowed a one time only 6 month extension for emissions testing. Can she register the vehicle in Florida if the bank holds the title and it is finance in our name?
Hello Kathleen. From the information you have provided you may need to renew your registration in CT as you cannot transfer ownership of a vehicle with a lien on it. Another point is that you cannot register a vehicle in FL unless you establish residency in the state. You are strongly advised to contact your DMV agency in CT for further instructions.
We lived in Florida and left in 2013. We have license plates from then. We are relocating back to Florida and will be going to the DMV next week. Can we use these plates to register our new cars to avoid the high fees?
Hello William. If you kept the license plates, you may be able to use it once you get back as long as you give proof that you were driving your vehicle with an out-of-state registration. That will help you wave the initial registration fee.
I own a CanAm Spyder motorcycle. I want to leave it in Florida common where I have a vacation home, but my primary residence is in Texas. I want to avoid having to drive that motorcycle back to Texas once a year to have it inspected and registered. Is there a way to register that vehicle in Florida even if I am not a resident? And what about insurance?
Hello Tami. If you already have a home in FL, you could keep the vehicle there as long as it is registered with your local tax collector’s agency. Keep in mind that you need to demonstrate a valid FL auto insurance policy.
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I might move to Florida. My car was purchased in Az and has tags from Az. The car I bought it on Feb 6 and will be in Florida in August 1. Az doesnt charge sales tax for private sales. Does the 6 months of Florida for a used purchased car count by month or specifically dates? Thanks
Hello Vane. Once you establish residency in FL, you will be required to register your vehicle with your local Tax Collector’s agency regardless of any previous registration in any other state.
I have a car with an expired out of state tag and an out of state title. Can that car legally be sold in Florida, or does it have to be an up to date registration?
Hello Will. In Florida, you can sell your vehicle regardless of the registration status of the vehicle. In other words, the registration, including pending fees, stays with the person and not the vehicle.
I am a FL resident with a FL registered vehicle. I have temporarily moved to NC with my vehicle however, I want to purchase a new car outside of FL but would like to register the new vehicle in FL from NC. Is this possible?
Hello Cheryce. From the information you have provided it is not clear if you are relocating there for work or any other reason that may require to establish residency. However if you are still keeping a FL address, you may be able to register the vehicle in FL from NC. You may need to run an Odometer Reading and VIN inspection with a local police officer or any other approved agency in NC to avoid driving the vehicle all the way down to Florida. It is an option but it may not be feasible in some cases, so contact your local tax collector agency for more information about this particular case.
I moved from Florida to Texas 3 months Ago,, transferred my original Florida car title to a Texas title,, Now we just moved back to Florida,,will I need to get a New Vin inspection done by Dmv in order to only do a title transfer,, I am not driving or is the car on the road at tbis time due to mechanical problems with thus car????
Hello Patrick. In FL, you are required to register and get a FL title once you establish residency in FL.
You have 30 days to register your vehicle once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Them, you should go to your county tax collector’s agency and:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show the out-of-state title.
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Of course, arranging in-person visits can be a real challenge, especially when you are juggling with different priorities during your day. You are strongly advised to process your registration online. eTags offers you an online portal that could help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
No longer will you need to be worried about making unnecessary trips to the DMV. You can count on eTags to help you process your vehicle registration within minutes.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I recently purchased a vacation home in Florida. At this point, I will not establish permanent residency in Florida. I do wish to leave a car purchased and registered in Illinois at my Florida vacation residence so it is available when I visit. As I read the rules, I do not qualify for vehicle registration in Florida, but I still must advise local tax authorities of the presence of my car in their jurisdiction and I must also have proof of Florida insurance. My Illinois insurance card is not enough. Do I read the rules correctly?
Hello Mark. Since you have two homes, one in IL and FL, it is up to you to decide where you want to register your vehicle. Though, you are required to have a valid FL license once you decide to register your vehicle with the DMV in FL.
Hello, I have a car that has Colorado plates and I need to register it in Florida. I have a residence here and just purchased Florida Car Insurance. What do I need to bring with me to the DMV to get Florida plates and tags?
The car is a lease, so I do not have the title.
You will have to discuss it with your local DMV in FL. The tax collector’s office will help you contact the lien holder and send the new title to them. But that also depends on the state where you leased the vehicle.
Hello Justin. From the information you have provided it seems that you will need to register your vehicle for the first time in FL. To register your vehicle(s) in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title (If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, your local tax collector’s agency will help you contact the lienholder and send the new title to them).
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You will have to contact your local Tax Collector agency for more information about their fees based on the type of vehicle you are planning to purchase. Good luck.
Hello, I own a car that my daughter drives in NH. She will be attending Eckerd College full time starting August 9, 2019. Can I either transfer the plates to Florida or get new Florida plates for her car?
Hello Natalie. From the information you have provided, your daughter may be able to drive your vehicle in NH without making any changes on the vehicle. Now it makes perfect sense to consult the DMV in NH to verify the vehicle and the drivers complies with all the requirements to be legally authorized to drive in NH. Good luck.
Hello,
So I recently moved to Florida, I’m not a resident there. But I don’t have a license in fl. Nor in New Jersey, because of the age requirements there. But I recently bought a car. It has no plates nor car insurance or registered. It does have a title. How can I i register the car and pass inspection while living in Florida but the car being in New Jersey. I will also be coming back in forth so will it be possible to have insurance and license from Florida but my car registered in New Jersey.
Hello Joanna. From the information you have provided you may need to get a temporary tag in NJ and drive the vehicle down to FL. Then, you will be required to register the vehicle with your local Tax Collector’s agency. You will need to get a valid FL driver’s license and and auto insurance policy for the vehicle. Not to mention that your new vehicle will need to go through an Odometer Reading and VIN inspection. Of course you will have to pay the initial $225 fee along with other fees and taxes. Here is a link with more information about first-time vehicle registrations in FL.
I have a leased car that we are thinking of purchasing in the next month. Presently, my daughter is using this car in orlando, FL while she attends college. The car is registered in New York right now. After purchase can I still register car in New York even though she is using car in Orlando, FL. I was considering registering car in her name in FL and it was a fortune in insurance. We are trying to figure out our options. The car is in Orlando and will not be back to New York during the school year. Thank you for your help.
Hello Terry. From the information you have provided, you can keep the vehicle registered in NY while your daughter uses the vehicle while attending college. But she still needs to carry a valid FL driver’s license and FL auto insurance.
Hi so I’ve lived in Missouri for 6 months but I’m moving back to Florida , I still have my valid Florida drivers license and my tag is renewed for a year . I recently bought a car here in Missouri but due to moving back Would I be able to register this car with the same drivers plate even thought it’s from a different state .
Hello Natalie. When buying a vehicle from a dealership, they typically handle the paperwork to help you get a temporary tag to drive it down and register in Florida. You cannot use your old license plate on your new vehicle as the plate is attached to a vehicle and cannot be switched. If you bought the vehicle from a private seller, you will need to obtain a temporary tag from the DMV in Missouri and drive the vehicle to FL to complete a new registration. Here is a link with more information about out-of-state vehicle registrations in FL. Good luck!
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I moved to Florida from New Jersey this week. I am resident in FL now. But i have NJ driver License and my car’s plate is NJ. What am i supposed to do about change driver License and plate number?
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Hello Koray. You will need to register your out-of-state vehicle with your local Tax Collector’s agency within 30 days after establishing residency.You will need to obtain a FL driver’s license and valid auto insurance policy. You will also need to complete a VIN inspection and odometer reading on your vehicle. Once you are at the DMV, you will need to present those documents and paid the initial registration fee ($225) along with other fees and taxes. Those additional fees vary depending on the type of vehicle you own.
I bought a truck registered in Tennessee, but I’m stationed in California. I was ordered to active duty from Jacksonville, FL. Am I able to get registration in Florida, even though I’m in California with temporary residence due to my orders?
Hello Joseph. You could still register your vehicle in FL. As a military member stationed out of state, you will need to complete and send certain forms along with payment for registration fees to the county tax collector’s office in your county of residence.
Here is a list of the forms:
– An Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– Florida Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
– Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
My name is Deidra and I currently live in south carolina. I’m getting my license and car in south carolina but I’m moving to florida in July and staying at a resident for a while, do I need to get my car registered in florida?
Hello Deidra. In FL, you are required to register your vehicle based on the following circumstances:
You start working in the state.
You register your children for a Florida school.
You establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
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My duaghter is moving to Florida to complete her Post graduate studies and plans to spend around 4-5 years there. She will be taking her car over there (This car is registered in my name).
1. Does this car need to be transfered/register in Florida?
2. What about current car insurance? Do I need to get car insurance in Florida?
3. Does my daughter need DL for Florida in order to drive there?
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Hello Sam. Certainly, your daughter needs to have a valid FL driver’s license and FL auto insurance, yet you don’t need to register the car in FL.
I live in Texas and don’t have a Florida address.
My daughter has one of my cars in Florida and the car is not coming back to Texas.
Soon, I won’t be able to register my car in Texas because in order to register, I would need
a Texas inspection. How can I register my car in Florida?
To register a car in FL, you will first need to establish residency in FL. Otherwise, you will be required to register the vehicle in TX.
Hello, ETAGS.
I currently have a car registered in TN and would like to register it in FL. I do not have a FL driver’s license, but I do have FL auto insurance, and a valid TN driver’s license.
What are the fees and paperwork associated with obtaining a valid FL driver’s license and Registering my car in FL?
What proof do I need to bring with me?
Hello Yan. You will need to transfer your TN driver’s license into a FL license before being allowed to register your out-of-state vehicle with the FLHSMV. It costs about $48 to transfer your title in FL but you fees vary depending on the county where you reside. Now, registration costs also vary based on the type of vehicle you are driving. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registration fees in FL. Good luck!
Hi! What happens if registration lapses in the state you are moving from? We are relocating to FL from Reno NV and my partner failed to renew their registration last year since they were not driving it. Will the fee from Reno to reinstate registration carry over to Florida to get the car registered again?
Hello Kristin. The DMV operate independently and do not keep files of residents in other states. Just for the records, vehicle registrations are mandatory and you are required by law to renew them on time.
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My daughter got a job in Florida and will be residing there in June. The car she will be using is leased in my wife’s name. So even though she is going to be a Florida resident, she will be driving a vehicle that is not technically hers. Does it have to be registered in Florida at all? Or can it still stay registered in Pa?
Hello Joseph. Your wife can keep the vehicle register in the state where she resides, but your daughter will need to have a valid auto insurance policy and FL driver’s license as required by the DMV.
I live in Pennsylvania but will be moving to Florida. My daughter goes to college in Ohio and has a car. However, her residency will be Florida. The car might never come to Florida as it is older and more for her college purposes. Should I transfer the registration and title of that car to Florida? Can I do it without physically moving the car to Florida?
Hello Margarita. If you have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed while the car is in OH, you may not need to drive the car all the way down to FL for registration. Otherwise you will need to drive the vehicle all the way down to FL to register it.
Hi,
My daughter got a job in Florida and will be residing there in June. The car she will be using is leased in my wife’s name. So even though she is going to be a Florida resident, she will be driving a vehicle that is not technically hers. Does it have to be registered in Florida at all? Or can it still stay registered in Pa?
Hello Joe. You can keep the vehicle register in PA, but she will need to have a valid auto insurance policy and FL driver’s license.
Hi,
My daughter got a job in Florida and will be residing there in June. The car she will be using is leased in my wife’s name. So even though she is going to be a Florida resident, she will be driving a vehicle that is not technically hers. Does it have to be registered in Florida at all? Or can it still stay registered in Pa?
Hello Joseph. You can keep the vehicle register in PA, but she will need to have a valid auto insurance policy and FL driver’s license.
Are there any discounts for being active duty or Reserve for florida vehicle registration?
Hello Megan. There are some situations you will need to keep in mind. For example: Florida service members stationed in FL are required to register their vehicles in the same manner as any other Florida resident; yet, you do not have to pay the initial registration fee. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations for military members in FL.
Hi,
My daughter got a job in Florida and will be residing there in June. The car she will be using is leased in my wife’s name. So even though she is going to be a Florida resident, she will be driving a vehicle that is not technically hers. Does it have to be registered in Florida at all? Or can it still stay registered in Pa?
Hello Joseph. Florida residents are required to register their car with their local Tax Collector’s agency. You are required to register a car in the following circumstances:
You begin working in the state.
You register your children for a Florida school.
You establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
I am purchasing a car in MA but reside in FL how would I register it and get tags so i can drive it back to Florida??
Hello Tatiana. You will need to get a temporary tag from your local DMV agency in MA to drive it down in FL. Then you will have to register your vehicle with the DMV in FL.
I sold my car that had a FL registration and bought a new car in NY. Can I transfer my FL plates to my new car without physically going to the FL DMV?
Hello Cynthia. You will need to transfer your FL license plate to your new vehicle through the DMV by submitting a Notice of Transfer of Registration License Plate form. As for out-of-state vehicles, here is a link with more information about plate transfers.
Hi, my home of record is Florida and I’m currently active duty stationed in VA. I just bought a car and would like to register it in FL. My driver’s license is also from FL. How do I do it?
Hello Christopher. The state of Florida allows military members stationed out of state to register their vehicle by fulfilling specific requirements. Fill out all of the following forms, and send them along with payment for registration fees to your county tax collector’s agency in FL:
– The original vehicle title, or an Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040) if you also need to title your car in the state.
– Florida Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
– Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
HSMV 82040, does section 8 needs to be notarized by a Florida Notary? The vehicle is in VA. How do I complete this part?
Hello Christopher. The form needs to filled out by a police officer or a notary. The notary doesn’t have to be based in Florida so that helps you have it completed from any state.
I live in Illinois and I am an IL resident with IL Drivers license. I have a second home in FL. I want to move one of my Illinois cars to FL. Do I need to register it in FL and get FL plates on it? From some of the comments above it sounds like I have to get a FL Drivers license. But we do not plan to be FL residence. What do we need to do? Keep IL plates on the car?
Hello Tom. If you are planning to move your car to FL, you will have to register your vehicle with the local Tax Collector’s agency. You may not need to get a drivers’ license but you are required to get a valid FL auto insurance. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
I currently live in Florida and I’m moving to Illinois in July. If I want to purchase a new car in Florida before I move, can I register it for Illinois use at the Florida dealer, or do I need to register for Florida, then re-register when I move to Illinois?
Hello Matt. If you are moving to IL, you will need to register your vehicle with the DMV in IL. Now you cannot be driving in Florida without registration, so you may have to order a temporary tag in Florida, drive up to IL, and register it there. Yet, it also depends on how long you are planning to stay in FL and the duration of the temporary tag.
I live in Va and have 5 cars which I want to change to Florida because I just bought a house in Florida. How do I transfer all the all the tags to Florida. Because I’m moving there in a month. And do all my kids need to get a Florida license?
Hello Gregory. From the information you have provided, you will need to complete a first-time car registration with the FL DMV. To register your vehicle(s) in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title (If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, your local tax collector’s agency will help you contact the lienholder and send the new title to them).
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You will have to contact your local Tax Collector agency for more information about their fees based on the type of vehicle you are planning to purchase.
If you are kids are moving to FL, they will be required to have a FL driver’s license which is mandatory for many DMV-related transactions anyway. Good luck!
Can I register a car from Rhode Island to Florida, that only has a registration, no title is required in RI for a car over 10 years old
Hello Bill. In Florida, you will need to present your title, a valid FL auto insurance, and proof of ID to be able to register the vehicle with the DMV.
My permanent residence is in NJ. We have a second home in FL. I recently drove a car registered in NJ to my second home in FL, and intend to keep it there. I want to get it registered in FL, but will keep my NJ license.. How do I proceed ?
Hello Jeffrey. The DMV in FL requires motorists to get a valid FL auto insurance license and a FL driver’s license to be eligible for registration. You will need to decide whether to keep it registered in NJ or switch to FL registration by making the right changes as indicated by the DMV.
Hi etags – I live in VA and found a job in FL. I need to buy a car. The taxes in VA are cheaper than in FL. I am trying to understand whether it is better to buy the vehicle and register it here. Then come to FL and get it registered in FL again. Or is it better to buy the vehicle in FL. If it is better to buy the vehicle in FL, can I buy using my VA license.
Hello Ravi. To register your car, you will need to do it at the DMV in the state where you establish residency. If you register a vehicle in VA and move to FL, you will be required to register the vehicle in FL since you are relocating. Now, you don’t need to have an state-specific driver’s license to purchase a vehicle, but keep in mind that you will need to get a FL driver’s license to process other transactions such as vehicle registrations.
I am making FL my principal resident come Oct 2019. I have a leased car which I do not own and it is registered in NJ with a NJ license plate and a NJ drivers license. I understand I need a FL drivers license to be considered a FL resident and do not have a problem getting a FL drivers license but how do I register a car I do not own since it is a leased vehicle.and the title is held by the leasing company. I have 1 more year to go on the lease so can I just get a Florida drivers license and car insurance from a Florida company without registering the car? Also does the car have to physically be in FL to do what needs to be done? Thanks.
Hello Nancy. If your vehicle has a lien in FL, you could register the vehicle but you won’t be able to get a title until the vehicle is paid off. Let us walk you through this procedure.
You have 30 days to register a vehicle from the day you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Before registering your vehicle, you’ll also need to:
– Obtain a Florida driver’s license.
– Get a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
After getting those documents, the DMV requires you to:
– Present your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Show your lien documentation (if applicable)
– Have your VIN and Odometer Reading verified and submit the completed verification.
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration.
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
You may not have enough free time to schedule in-person appointments at your local tax collector’s agency. But you can always do it online.
eTags has launched an online tool that can help you register/title your vehicle from the comfort of your home or office.
For more information about FL car registrations or our online services, please contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-888-633-5332. We are glad to assist you.
I live in FL but am purchasing a car to leave at my friend’s house when I visit NJ . Where do I register that car. The car will never be in FL.
Hello Lauren. From the information you have provided, it makes more sense to register the vehicle in FL as you have already established residency there.
I live in florida and had a mustang I just sold and baught anouther one but its in SC can i just put my fl plate on it and drive it or transfer on line so i can drive it back to florida
Hello Kevin. From the information you have provided, there are two choices: Either you request a temporary tag from the state where you purchased the vehicle or transfer your plates in person with your local DMV agency in FL. Note that the latter choice requires the submission of documents that proves you are the legal owner of the vehicle. Good luck.
Hello, we are from Germany and plan to spend the winter months in Florida. We are trying to figure out if buying a car would be cheaper than renting one every time we visit. Can you register and pay insurance for only 3 or 4 months a year, to reduce costs? The rest of the time the car would be in a garage. ( I have a FL DL).
Hello Heike. That’s a question that you may have to ask your local insurance agent. Every auto insurance company has their own policies when it comes to temporary auto insurance.
Hello, I am planning on living in Florida for 2 years for school. I have a Missouri license and I plan on buying my car once I get to Florida. What are the steps to get my tags once I get down there? And also I have a Missouri license and buying a car once I get down there will that be an issue?
Hello Ashley. If you are planning to buy a car in FL, you will need to register your new vehicle with your local Tax Collector agency. To register your vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title (If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, your local tax collector’s agency will help you contact the lienholder and send the new title to them).
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You will have to contact your local Tax Collector agency for more information about their fees based on the type of vehicle you are planning to purchase.
I traded in my FL car in OH for another car. How do I get my FL plate transferred to my new car while I am physically in OH?
Hello Amy. From the information you have provided, if you traded the vehicle from a dealership, you may need to request a temporary tag to drive the vehicle down to Florida and then register it. If you bought the car from a private party, you may need to request a temporary tag from the OH DMV and drive it down to FL for subsequent registration.
Hello,
I’ve been staying in Florida to take care of my elderly parents. My car is registered in NY. I need to renew my NY registration however I must have it inspected first as per NY regulations. Can I get an inspection here that will satisfy this requirement so I don’t have to drive my car back to NY? What are my options? Thank you
Hello J Novak. When it comes to out-of-state inspection, you will have to discuss it with your local DMV as each state has their own regulations.
I owe CT car taxes but i recently moved to fl. Do i have to pay my CT car taxes before i can reg. My car in FL?
Hello Tabby. There is no link between the DMV in CA and the DMV in CT.
Hello,
My son is going to College in Florida, but his vehicle is titled in Texas. The inspection/registration will expire in July. Is there a need to have the vehicle inspected and/or titled in Florida? Thanks
Hello Kevin. Your son could still renew his registration with the DMV in TX. In Florida, you are only required to register a vehicle in the following scenarios:
You begin working in the state.
You register your children for a Florida school.
You establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
I’m a resident of the state of Florida and an active duty service member. I have transferred on military orders (Permanent Change of Station – PCS) to another state (Maryland) and no longer have a physical address in Florida. I recently bought a vehicle and filled out the required paperwork for Florida’s DMV (for active duty military FL residents) vehicle registration. The dealership used my Florida license that has my Maryland address and now they are saying they need my Florida home’s address to complete the vehicle registration. What address do I use, the local county tax collector’s address?
Hello M. Philips. From the information that you have provided, you may not be able to register your vehicle in FL since you no longer a physical address. You will need to register the vehicle in the state where you chose to establish residency.
Hi Etags,
I would like to sell my Arizona registered car in Florida with the least expense involved. Once I have a buyer can it go straight in to the buyers name registered in FL or does it go in my name in FL first then get transferred? Thank you.
Hello Robert. You could sell your AZ-registered vehicle to any FL buyer. The new owner will be responsible for getting the new title and register it in the local state. Good luck.
Hi I’m planning to move this summer to Florida from New York what are the steps I need to do to register both of my cars. I’m currently paying 1 car and my 2nd car I never recieved the title for it but I got the receipt of payment for it. Will it be a issue to register that car with out title?
Hello Edwin. To register your vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title (If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, your local tax collector’s agency will help you contact the lienholder and send the new title to them).
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You should contact your local Tax Collector’s agency for more information about this procedure. Good luck!
Hello! We moved to Florida from Canada and would like to have our Canadian car registered with Florida / what is the process? Note that the vehicle does not have any loans (paid off) any help or direction would be greatly appreciated!!!!!!!!
Hello Stephanie. To register your vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You should contact your local Tax Collector’s agency for more information about this procedure. Good luck!
I bought a house in florida to come for a vacation, and I would like to transfer my car from massachussets to florida. My driver’s license is ‘mass’. I do not want to transfer the driver’s license because I still have residency in mass, but only the car that will stay here in florida. What should I do?
Hello Humberto. If you reside in both locations, it is up to you to register the vehicle in either state. You could register your vehicle in FL or keep it registered in MS. It is up to you.
My husband is active duty, but we are currently stationed in Hawaii. We might have to purchase a vehicle here, before moving back to Florida. Can we get the vehicle registered in Florida and not Hawaii because we will be returning to Florida when we leave. We are both residents of Florida
Hello Amanda. Military members from FL who are stationed in another state can register a vehicle by submitting the following documentation:
– The original vehicle title, or an Application for Certification for Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040) if you also need to title your vehicle in the state.
– Florida Insurance Affidavit (Form HSMV 83330).
– Military Insurance Exemption Information.
– Military Initial Registration Fee Exemption Affidavit (Form HSMV 82002)
– Exemption from Florida Sales Tax for U.S. military service members.
These documents must be completed and sent along with payment for registration fees to your local county tax collector’s office.
I’m in the military and a CA resident. My fiancée’s car is registered and titled in FL. She’s a civilian and car shipment is only for the active duty member and their dependents. We’re trying to transfer the title to me so we can have it shipped by the military. How can we do this while away from Florida?
Hello Ben. Traditionally, your only choice would be to complete the title transfer in FL. However, we could help you transfer the title into your name if you and your fiancee sign the title to complete the transfer and mail it to FL. As for our service, there are several steps in between that you will need to fulfill in order to process your order. For more information, you could contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332 (Ask for Diana). We are glad to assist you on this procedure.
A friend of mine is letting a friend stay with him who doesn’t have a tag on his truck or a license. His MD license & tag were expired so he threw them away! He also lost his ss card. He has insurance on the truck but no other ID. How does he get a FL license, tag & ss card?
Hello Deb. Once you relocate in FL, you will need to register your vehicle given the following scenarios:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish Florida residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
He/She must contact their local Tax Collector’s agency to get further guidance for the missing items and how they could impact the vehicle registration process. Note that residents must have a valid auto insurance policy and FL driver’s license to register their vehicles. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
If I got a temporary job here in Florida and it is almost done, do I still have to register my car here? Also what if I am temporary stay/living here for about 4 more months? Is it really necessary to do all this work to just be going back home to Arizona in a few months?.
Hello Alexandria. If you have established residency in the state of FL, you will have to register your vehicle.
Hello,
I will be moving to Florida this summer and I will be leaving one of my cars with my son who will be staying in Texas for college. I’m unable to gift it to him at this time due to a balance on the loan still. What do I need to do so that he can drive it in Texas even though it is registered in my name in Texas and I will be living in Florida?
Hello Dan. From the information you have provided, your son should have no problem driving the vehicle as long as he is insured and holds a valid driver’s license.
Hello,
I am a current student in Florida. Because my “current” address is in FL, I had to get a FL license. But my car plate, registration, and insurance is based in OH, where my “permanent” address (Parent’s home) is located. What do I need to change to make sure I don’t get in trouble?
Hello Michael. If you have a valid driver’s license in FL, you will be able to register the vehicle at your nearest Tax Collector agency.
To register an out-of-state vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You should contact your local Tax Collector’s agency for more information about this procedure. Good luck!
My daughter just moved to Florida and is driving a car registered in my name registered in NC with a lien holder and I still have debt on the car. She is getting her FL drivers license and insurance so she can register the car. What do we need to do since the car is not in her name so she can get FL tags?
Hello Bill. From the information you’ve provided, your daughter will need to register and title the vehicle into her name (in case you gifted the vehicle).
The state of FL requires residents to present the out-of-state title in order to process the registration. There are also other requirements which your daughter must consider prior to registering your car such as:
– Get a FL driver’s license.
– Have a valid FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once she completes those requirements, she must arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and take the following actions:
– Show her Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title (Have you gifted your daughter with the car?)
– Have the vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– She is also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
If she is the owner of the vehicle, she will need to title the vehicle into her name. Did you know that eTags offers a Turbo Title service to vehicle owners in FL? We could help your daughter fill out the forms she needs to submit in order to title the vehicle on time.
If you have any questions about our online service or vehicle registrations and titling in FL, please feel free to email our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We are glad to assist you on this procedure.
Hello!
My sister would like to gift me her car. She lives in new york, I live in Florida, and she will not be able to come to Florida in person. I’ve never owned a car, and my sister has never gifted a car, so we’re both kind of lost. I would like to ask what are the required documentation for the transfer.
Thank you so much!
Hello Prisca. If you are planning to title the vehicle in FL, you will need to provide the following documentation:
– The completed original title with sale price, buyer’s name and address, seller’s name and address.
– Completed Application for Title (Make sure to fill out the title with a zero sale price. You will have to provide an affidavit that you are giving the vehicle to a relation).
– Completed Notice of Sale.
– Odometer reading verified.
– Your driver’s license.
– Proof of insurance.
– The vehicle that is being sold.
– Payment for all fees excluding sales taxes as you are taking the vehicle as a gift.
You may need to get a temporary registration to drive the vehicle down to FL. Did you know that eTags offers a Turbo Title service to motorists in FL? We could help you fill out the forms you need to submit in order to title the vehicle on time.
If you have any questions about our online service or vehicle registrations and titling in FL, please feel free to email our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We are glad to assist you on this procedure.
I want to leave one of my cars from NY in Fla. Can I register it in Fl without having a Fl DL? I was told I caould
Hello Jim. To register a vehicle in FL, you need a FL driver’s license. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in Florida.
I live in florida and purchased a car recently. The previous owner provided a bill of sale due to a lost out of state title. However The previous owner never registered the car in florida. How do I obtain a title with only. The bill of sale, proof of insurance, proof of residency, certification of vin, and my driver licence? And what are the fees?
Hello Ivy. You will need to contact your local DMV agency to find out the status of the vehicle you are planning to title. In which state was the vehicle registered?
Hello,
I just purchased an Antique car in New York State. This is a project car and does not run. The title for the car was lost in Hurricane Sandy and is currently not registered. In NYS they do not issue titles for cars older than 1972, this is car is year 1967. I do have the certificate of sale. Will I be able to title and register this car in Florida?
Hello Jessica. It is possible to title a antique vehicle in the state of FL, but there are some specific requirements apart from the title that you need to fulfill beforehand. Since you lost the title, you will need to contact the DMV and find out whether they can accept alternative documents to certify that you are the legal owner of the vehicle. Here is a link with more information about antique vehicle registration in FL.
I live in IL and planning to permanently move to FL in June 2019… My IL license plate yearly stickers will run out while I am enroute to Florida. Will I be required to show proof of new license plate stickers from IL in order to transfer my car when I get to Florida?
Hello Bridget. From the information that you have provided,, you will need to renew your registration to avoid driving with expired plates. Here is a link with more information that you will need once you move to FL. Good luck!
Good afternoon,
I am looking into becoming a Florida Resident because I spend a good time of the year here.
My Question is regarding my vehicle.
I lease my car rather than own it.
How would i go about getting it registered in Florida instead of my current state of residence?
thank you.
Hello Frank. To register an out-of-state vehicle (with a lien) in FL, you will need to consider the following steps:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
You should contact your local Tax Collector’s agency for more information about this procedure. Good luck!
Hello, I am from florida and have a fl DL and florida insurance. But my new husband and I bought a car in TN and it has Tn tags that we need to transfer now that we are here permenatly. We just realized they are expired and I am four hours from home. Can I go to any DMV in the state of florida or do I have to go to the one in my country. I want to run in tomorrow and get tags ASAP so I am not driving home w expired tags.
Hello Melodie. You may try visiting the nearest DMV agency in your area. Keep in mind that not every agency offers all the vehicle-related services you may be looking for. For that reason, contact your nearest DMV agency to confirm that they can offer you the service you need.
Can someone give me the total price to put Florida Tags on my car including all fees? I currently have Texas Plates, I just got my Fl Drivers license and I am current on my Insurance. My vehicle is a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 4 door.
Hello Duane. The state of FL charges different fees based on the type of vehicle you’re registering, its weight, the license plates you select, and whether or not you will be registering your car for 1 year or 2 years.
Below you’ll find a standard description of the fees that applies to all types of vehicles. You are strongly advised to contact your local Tax Collector agency to confirm you are updated with their requirements.
Initial vehicle registration fee: $225.
Private-use automobiles:
– Up to 2499 lbs.: $27.60 for 1 year or $55.20 for 2 years.
– 2500 to 3499 lbs.: $35.60 for 1 year or $71.50 for 2 years.
– 3500 lbs.: $45.60 for 1 year or $91.20 for 2 years.
Commercial and private-use trucks:
– Up to 1999 lbs.: $27.60 for 1 year or $55.20 for 2 years.
– 2000 to 3000 lbs.: $35.60 for 1 year or $71.20 for 2 years.
– 3001 to 5000 lbs.: $45.60 for 1 year or $91.20 for 2 years.
Leased vehicles flat fee: $17 and:
– Vehicles “For Hire” that carry less than 9 passengers: add $1.50 per 100 lbs. of vehicle weight to flat fee.
– Vehicles “For Hire” that carry 9 passengers or more: add $2 per 100 lbs. of vehicle weight to flat fee.
License plate fee:
– Transfer: $7.35.
– New issue plate: $28.
I am living in FL and have a car the is leased, registered and insured in NY. I have my FL license. Can i register a NY lease car in FL?
Of course you can register your car in FL. Here is a link with more information about out-of-state vehicle registration renewals.
Hello, I am currently living in florida and have been staying at a family friend’s place while I go to college out here, but I’m technically a NY state resident. If I want to buy car while I’m out here in Florida and have it registered here while I am still a current college student, what would be the steps that I would have to take to get the car registered?
Hello Jonathan. To register an out-of-state vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the information below:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL. You should also contact your local DMV agency for more information about this procedure.
I’ve been transferred to Florida from Georgia on business. The corporation is has the vehicle registration, insurance and license plates in Georgia. Now that I live here full time, are there any changes needed other than my drivers license change?
From the information that you have provided, it seems that you might need to register and insure the vehicle in FL as you are living in the full time. But it also depends on the status of the vehicle.
To register an out-of-state vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the information below:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL. You should also contact your local DMV agency for more information about this procedure.
Hi – I have an out of state vehicle that was registered and titled in CA, however, the car has not run since 2008. We finally go the car up and running, and found out the title had been expunged from the CA DMV as they do this after 7 years. So, we are not in Florida, with the car in running condition, but are having trouble registering it because we can’t get the title. We have a letter of title from the credit union that originally had the lien, but the Florida tax collector office won’t take it. We flew back to California to try and sort out the title, but, they advised that the car needed to be present and claimed as an abandoned vehicle. Naturally, we aren’t driving it back. Any tips.
Hello Ann. Unfortunately, there aren’t any tips to help you come with another solution. You must have your vehicle inspected in California. Contact your local CA DMV agency for more information about this procedure.
My car is in my dads name and it’s from virginia. I just started working in Florida. What do I need to do
Hello Jake. If you are planning to title the vehicle in FL, you will need to provide the following documentation:
– The completed original title with sale price, buyer’s name and address, seller’s name and address.
– Completed Application for Title (Make sure to fill out the title with a zero sale price if the car was gifted to you. You will have to provide an affidavit that you are giving the vehicle to a relation).
– Completed Notice of Sale.
– Odometer reading verified.
– Your driver’s license.
– Proof of insurance.
– The vehicle that is being sold.
– Payment for all fees excluding sales taxes in case you are taking the vehicle as a gift.
You may need to get a temporary registration to drive the vehicle down to FL. Did you know that eTags offers a Turbo Title service to motorists in FL? We could help you fill out the forms you need to submit in order to title the vehicle on time.
If you have any questions about our online service or vehicle registrations and titling in FL, please feel free to email our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We are glad to assist you on this procedure.
Purchased a vacation property in Florida and would like to change one of my NY cars to Florida so it is there for when vacationing.
What is the process for doing this?
Hello Mrjd. To register an out-of-state vehicle in FL, you will need to consider the information below:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
We are Florida residents and own 3 vehicles that are all registered and insured in Florida. We would like to take 1 of our 3 vehicles to Pennsylvania and leave it there long term – our children and grandchildren live there and we need a vehicle to use when we go there to visit. We’re wondering if our auto insurance company (Allstate) would have a problem with that. Also, as a possible solution, could we contact an Allstate agent in Pennsylvania and start a new auto policy and insure the vehicle there, so it would have the correct rating, territory, etc. Please advise.
Hello Lou & Sue Frank. Your case represents a technicality in which the state of PA would require the owner of the vehicle to get a valid PA auto insurance. You will need to contact your agent for further advise though.
Hello i have a car registered in NY with a lien (lien does not belong to me) but the title is under my name with the lien .. I have someone who wants to buy it here in ny and take it to Florida .. Can they register the car in florida
Thanks
Hello Chris. If he can title the vehicle and get a temporary registration to drive down to FL, he will be able to register the vehicle. Here is a link with further information about vehicle registrations in FL.
Hello. I am a florida resident with my car registered here. My tags expire in April and i am moving to ohio two weeks after they expire. Do i need to pay full price to register here for those two weeks or can i get a temporary tag? Thank you
Hello Stephanie, you could request a temporary so you could use it to drive all the way to Ohio. Contact your local DMV agency for more information about temporary tags and further requirements.
I have my car registered and insured in Florida. If I
buy a new car in Massachusetts, can I transfer my Florida plates to this new vehicle? My new vehicle
will be registered and plated in Florida but purchased in Massachusetts. Can the dealer in Massachusetts
transfer my Florida plates to the new vehicle?
Hello Jan. You will need to request a temporary tags from the DMV in Massachusetts to drive the vehicle down to Florida. Once the vehicle is in Florida, you can transfer the license plates through the DMV.
Hi, I am planning on moving to Florida this summer. You say I have to be working to have my vehicle registered! What if I am on social security disaBility! Will I still be able to transfer my title! I will meet all other requirements! Thank you
Hello Joy. You could also register your vehicle in FL if you establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house. Alternatively, if you have kids who are registered in any FL school, you will also be able to register your vehicle in FL.
My car is in my husbands name, and he is currently stationed in Colorado, but my kids and I are living back in Florida. What would we need to do to transfer the title here even though he is living in Colorado?
Hello Paige. Traditionally, the person who is gifting the vehicle must fill out the seller section from the pink slip. If he could fill that out, it would be enough for you to arrange an in-person visit to the DMV and title the vehicle. Alternatively, he could hand you a power of attorney giving you the right to title the vehicle on his behalf. Did you know that eTags launched Turbo Title in the state of Florida? Now you can fill out your forms online before heading to the DMV to complete your transfer. Should you have any questions in regards to our service or title transfers, please feel free to e-mail our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We are glad to assist you on this procedure.
I moved from pa to FL. My pa registration expired. Do I need to renew my pa plates before I can register in Florida. We’ve already established residency in Florida. We no longer have residency to renew anything in PA. And how much is this going to cost me? I’ve had coworkers down here tell me it’s upwards of $400 to register your car in Florida! It was $130 in PA. I just received my pa title after paying off my car so I already have that in hand. Thanks in advance.
Hello Jordan. You must register your vehicle as you cannot drive a vehicle without tags. Not to mention that you’ve already established residency in FL. Below you’ll find an standard description of items you need to submit to register your vehicle in FL:
Prior to registering a vehicle, you will need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have taken the above-mentioned steps, you need to arrange an in-person visit to your local tax collector agency and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if you own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If you do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– You are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
Here’s a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
My mother just moved in with me in FL. She will be establishing primary residence in FL. However, will be spending 4 months of the year in NH. A car will be staying in NH. She will be getting a FL license. Is the car in NH required to change to FL plates and insurance?
Hello MAryAnn. If your mother is keeping the car in NH, it would make sense to keep the vehicle registered in NH. You may also want to contact her local DMV agency in NH to verify the status of the vehicle.
Hello! I have family that moved from Oregon to Florida over a year ago. They were able to get a FL drivers license and eventually a job in-state, but haven’t been able to register the vehicle due to time/money constraints. They finally have the fees saved up but are worried about penalties associated with not registering it sooner. We’ve tried to look up information on it but get varying answers. Would you happen to know what they should expect when they go to register? Thank you!
Hello Rob. Your relatives must go to their local tax collectors agency to register their vehicle since nobody is allowed to drive a vehicle that is not registered. Let your relatives know that they must register their vehicle as soon as possible to avoid being pulled over by the police and face expensive penalties for refusing to complete this procedure.
Below you will find the items they need to present once they arrange an in-person visit:
Prior to registering a vehicle, they’ll need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once they have taken these steps, they should go to the Florida county tax collector’s office and:
– Show their Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the title if they own an out-of-state vehicle.
– If they do not have the title because it is still held by a lienholder, the tax collector’s office will help them contact the lienholder and send the new title to them.
– Have their vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– They are also allowed to register the vehicle for either 1 year or 2 years.
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Then pay all registration and tax fees.
I know I have to pay 225 dollars to transfer a car from ny plus reg fee but is ther a charge for a basic fl plate? Also if my bday is in April and I reg the car in March will I have to pay for 2years Thanks for any info
Hello Joe. The $225 also covers the standard license plate. You also have the choice to register your vehicle either for one or two years. Good luck.
My plates are due in IN just a month or so before we move to Florida. If I renew in IN are my IN plates still good in Florida until my next renewal??? Will I have to pay again for Florida plates?
Hello Anne. You cannot drive a vehicle with expired tags, which means that you will have to renew your tags in IN and then FL. Both DMV agencies do not work together. You will need to contact your local DMV agency to process your registration as soon as you move to Florida.
Hi, I currently have a Florida Drivers License but a car with TN Tags and TN auto insurance. I want to get everything changed over to Florida. Should I get Florida auto insurance and then try to change my tags over to Florida?
Hello Achiarello. Among the many requirements to register a vehicle in FL, you must purchase a valid FL auto insurance in order to be able to register your vehicle. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
What if your homeless and may be in Fl. today and Calif. a week later? Will I need to drive all the way back To Fl. to re-new my tags?
Hello Patrick. You could renew your tags online by accessing our portal which is easy, fast, and convenient to use. If you would like to learn more about registration renewals and/or our online service, please feel free to contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We are glad to assist you on this process.
Similar to another question about part-time resident. We have a vehicle registered with full coverage insurance in another State other than Florida. We leave this car in our FL garage and only drive it when we stay. Does this vehicle need to be registered in FL?
Hello Tim. If you have residency in another state, you can register your vehicle in either place as long as you have proof of residency.
We have a car that was just signed over to us (title in hand) with current IN registration and IN insurance and we have FL license. We want to trade in this car here in FL where we now reside. Do we have to both register the car and provide FL insurance for one day just to trade it in?
Hello Sarah. As long as you have the vehicle title, you should be fine. Contact the dealership for further details.
Hello,
Question on this one. I bought a car in Florida with a FL title and trailered it back home to Rhode Island to repair it. It will be ready to go this summer and I would like to get it registered in Florida to leave at my parents house for the few times a year i visit. I do have a RI license but I do pay some bills at my parents house. Am I correct in understanding that if I get proof of VIN check in RI and have my insurance register the car in FL, i will be able to have FL registration for when I bring my car back down? I am ok with bringing the FL title, proof of FL insurance, FL bill of sale, utility bill in my name proving I have a FL address, and proof of a VIN check from a governing body to the local tax collector.
Thank you in advance
Earle
Hello Earle. The question is: how are you planning to get your vehicle from RI to FL? If you are planning to drive it down, you must ensure your vehicle has tags on it otherwise you won’t be legally allowed to drive it anywhere. You will first need to contact your local DMV for more information about temporary registrations before attempting to register your car in FL.
Hello. I am buying my mother’s car, which is registered in Texas. I am a Florida resident. What do I need to do to register this car in Florida?
Hello Martin. You will need to register your out-of-state vehicle right away. Here is an outline of the items any local or new FL resident needs to take into account to complete this procedure:
Prior to registering your car, you’ll need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase valid FL car insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Then visit your local county tax collector’s office and:
– Show your Florida driver’s license.
– Submit proof of Florida insurance.
– Present the out-of-state title (get it from your daughter).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– Submit the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Pay all registration and tax fees.
Though you will need to contact your local tax collector’s agency to find out about any additional requirements based on the records of the vehicle. Good luck.
Hello. What are the steps to take if we drive out a car from California and leave it in Florida if we live a couple months of the year in Florida and the rest of year in California? Thank you.
Hello Mari. You can register a vehicle in a state where you can give proof residency, which in your case applies to both states. Here is a link with more information about vehicle registrations in FL and CA.
I just moved to Florida from Oregon, how much is it going to cost me to register my 2008 Pontiac G6 here in Florida? I read one place where is says there is a one time $225.00 fee plus registration fees ranging from $46.15 – $72.40, but I just read on this page that the one time fee is only $100.00 and the registration fee range is from $27.60 – $45.60. Could you please tell me which is the more accurate one?
Hello Darlene. Here’s a link with more accurate information about out-of-state vehicle registrations in FL.
I only live in Florida for part of the year but want to leave a car here. Can I do that as a part time resident?
Hello Eleanor. As long as your vehicle is registered while driving and living in Florida, you can use your vehicle part-time.
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Will i be able to get car financing in VA, but register&title this car within 30 days in FL with temporary VA tags unhindered?
Hello Oleksii. Your car financing is unrelated to vehicle registrations. You are required to register your car in order to be allowed to drive it.
Hello…I’m active duty military, Florida resident stationed in California. We want to purchase a new vehicle from dealer….do we have to register in CA prior to transferring our Florida tags? The dealer states we have to have it registered prior to driving off lot. Thanks.
Hello Diego. You cannot drive a car that has not been register and that’s the law. Since you are a military member stationed in another state, you are free to register your car with the DMV in Florida. Here is a link with more information about first time registrations in FL.
I just moved back to Florida from Houston, but I have a leased vehicle. I can’t figure out what all I have to do to register my car here. I’ve never done it with a lease before.
Help!
Hello Nikki. As for vehicle registrations in TX, you will need to present the following items:
– Proof of vehicle ownership.
– Provide proper identification.
– Provide proof of car insurance.
– Complete an Application for Texas Certificate of Title (Form 130-U). This form handles titling and registration.
– Provide a Certificate of Inspection, if applicable. This will depend on your county.
– Pay the registration fees (fees vary by county and vehicle type).
These items are they typical documentation that you will need to submit in order to register your vehicle, yet you will need to contact your local DMV agency to find out more whether they have an additional requirement for leased vehicles.
Our daughter is a full time college student in Florida, Junior year. She is a resident of California. She will need a car next year as the college requires internships as part of their programs. Her car is registered in California. Will she be required to register the car in Florida during her college year or can she leave it registered in California as she plans to return after receiving her degree?
Hello Ken. Your daughter will have to register her car with her local tax collector agency to be legally allowed to drive in the state of Florida.
I’m buying a car in Colorado from a dealer. I would like to register it Florida before I drive it down physically here to Jacksonville Florida. Is this process possible?
Hello Victor. You may be able to register your vehicle in FL as long as you bring the title, a valid proof of auto insurance, odometer reading, and payment of the registration fees. Though you are strongly advised to contact your local tax collector agency for more information about this special request.
Hello, i moved to florida 1 month ago, changed my id into Florida ID already but i could not find my vehicule title. Can i register my car without the title?
Hello Risso. You cannot register a vehicle without a title, so you will need to request a duplicate title with the DMV. Did you know that we offer title duplicates in the state of FL? We offer an online service to FL residents so you don’t need to schedule in-person visits with your local tax collector’s agency. If you have any other question, feel free to contact our Customer Support or call us at 1-800-633-5332. We will be happy to help.
Hi, I am active duty military stationed in Virginia but, was stationed in Florida and claimed residency.
I bought a new vehicle in VA but, I requested that the my FL plates be transferred and that never happened. I still have the physical plate from my old vehicle that was registered to Florida is there a way I can still transfer the FL plate to the vehicle I bought and surrender the VA plate back to the DMV?
Hello Dustin. You will need to contact the DMV in Florida or your local tax collector agency to verify whether your plates are still active. They will offer you further guidance on license plate transfers.
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I want to apply for a new car finance in Virginia and then move with this car down to Florida and stay there for a living.
Is there any limit of how many days i have to register my car since the purchase date? And what do i have to do in order to make sure i’d not get pulled over on my way to Florida with no state plates? I’d appreciate any details that i have to be careful with in this case. Never had a car before that’s why i’m a bit confused. Thank you!
Hello Alex. Here are the requirements for first time vehicle registrations in FL.
You have 30 days to register and title your vehicle with your local DHSMV once you:
– Start working in the state.
– Register your children for a Florida school.
– Establish FL residency through rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment or house.
Prior to completing your vehicle registration, you’ll need to:
– Get a Florida driver’s license.
– Purchase FL auto insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed.
Once you have completed the above-mentioned tasks, visit your local DMV agency and submit the following items:
– Show your FL driver’s license
– Submit a proof of a valid FL insurance
– Present the out-of-state title
– Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042).
– Submit a completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040).
– Present the completed Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification (Form HSMV 82042).
– Pay the registration fees and taxes.
Here is a link for more information on first time registrations in FL.
Hi, I was a NYC resident for most of my life. I moved to Florida after I purchased an RV and I have lived in an RV park for over a year. I have a Florida Registration, insurance and driver’s license. I recently purchased a cottage in upstate New York (because i can’t take Florida’s summers). Can I keep my Florida registration on my RV if I switch my driver’s license to New York. It seems dumb to drive it up to New York state just for a yearly inspection when I’m only going to use it in Florida.
Hello John. As long as you can provide a proof of residency in FL, you can keep your FL registration on your vehicle.
Hello, I currently have a car registered in VT. The title is being held by the bank as there is still a lean on the vehicle. My wife and I split our time between VT and Fla and are still VT residence. We own a condo in Fla. Can I register the car in Fla so I don’t have to bring it back to VT each year for the annual inspection ?
Hello James. The state of Florida requires drivers to show a proof of physical address in order to process vehicle registrations. Contact the DMV for more information about first time out-of-state vehicle registrations in FL.
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I am a resident of NJ and will be for another year or so. However I have owned a home in Florida for 5+ years and spend 9 months there. I have a car here also that is registered in NJ. I do not have a Florida license. Can I register my car in Florida?
Hello Louis. Yes could register your vehicle in Florida as you have established residency within the state. Here’s a link for more information about first time registration for out-of-state vehicles.
If I currently live in Maryland and I have a Maryland license and my vehicle is registered in Maryland but I am working in Florida six months of the year if I want to get a Florida license is it okay to leave my truck tags in Maryland
If you are living in both states then you could just request a FL license plate and use it when driving in FL.
Hi. I live part of the year in FL am buying an RV that costs about $150,000. Can I title and register it in FL?
What are the total costs for title, registration, taxes, etc.
Hello Grail. As long as you have residency via rental, lease, or purchase of an apartment/house; or a job, or registered your kids for a school in FL, you could register and title your vehicle with the DMV. Here’s a link with more information about titles and registration in FL. Good luck!
I’ve lived in Florida 6 months out of the year for 12 years. I have a Florida drivers license for 9 years. I am moving down permanently now and need to register my leased vehicle which is registered in NY at the present time. Do I need to have the vehicle physically present to register it in Florida? I’m not capable of driving it down myself right now but was planning to fly there Monday and register it in Florida. If so what docs do I need to do so without the vehicle being present?
Thank you
Diane
Hello Diane. Traditionally, you will need to submit your vehicle registration from NY, proof of address, vehicle title, and a valid FL auto insurance. If you are dealing with a leased vehicle, you will need to contact the DMV about registration fees and other requirements depending on your case.
Hello,
Can I register a vehicle here in Florida if the vehicle currently has expired registration from California? I moved here from California and am now a Florida resident. Also, the vehicle was registered in my mothers name in California and I would like to have it registered in my name here in Florida; how do I do that? Thank you in advance.
– Joey
Hello Joey. You can register the vehicle in your name but you will need to have the title with you when heading to the DMV.
Hello
I used to live in Florida in 2010 with Florida registration of
my car. Then I moved to Massachusetts for 8 years
and had MA registration. Now past 1 week I am back in
Florida looking for new job. Will my car registration again now cost regular fee or more like $225 which most
websites say for cars from out of state now to
register in Florida??
Hello Balaji. When it comes to out-of-state vehicle registrations, you will need to pay $100 dollars plus other fees depending on your vehicle weight. Do not forget to bring the following documents: your vehicle license plate number, out of state registration number, and your vehicle inspection number. Good luck!
I have an insurance policy from California that says the car is garaged in Florida. Does that work?
Hello Jonathan. You will need to get a valid FL Insurance policy. The insurance company needs to be based in Florida.
I have just become a FLORIDA resident and have register by one car i have down here but i have a car in Wisconsin, when I get back to Wisconsin can I register that car in Florida without having it here.
Hello Robert. To register a car in FL when your vehicle is physically out of the state, you will need to submit your vehicle registration from Wisconsin, proof of address, vehicle title, and a valid FL auto insurance. You are also advised to contact the DMV for more information about any other requirement in regards to your case.
I have just become a FLORIDA resident and have register by one car i have down here but i have a car in Wisconsin, when I get back to Wisconsin can I register that car in Florida without having it here.
Hello Robert. To register a car in FL when your vehicle is physically out of the state, you will need to submit your vehicle registration from Wisconsin, proof of address, vehicle title, and a valid FL auto insurance. You are also advised to contact the DMV for more information about any other requirement in regards to your case.
Hi. Am moving to Florida from Canada and I have a 2016 Dodge Durango. Do I need any paper work from Canada concerning the vehicle and what do I need to do in Florida to register the vehicle? Thanks.
Hello Curvis. Traditionally, you will need to visit a Florida DHSMV office and provide the following items:
– Your title, proof of ID, and valid FL car insurance.
– Have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed, if you’re a new resident.
– Pay your initial $225 vehicle registration fee, title fees, plate fees, and taxes.
Now, you will need to contact the DMV to verify if there’s anything else you need to bring since you are moving from another country. Good luck.
Hello,
I live in CT (with a CT drivers lic), but also have an apartment in FL where I spend much of my winters. I am buying a car in FL this week and would ideally like to register the new car in FL if possible. Can I register a car in FL without having a FL drivers lic, yet have an address there, or do I have to reg it in CT, even though I intend to leave the car at my place in FL? Thanks!
Hello Scot. Since you have an apartment in FL, you are free to register your new car there. Visit your local tax collector for more information on vehicle registration for more details about your vehicle.
Also you will need an import certificate for the car. It must be stamped by the US customs. You will need a broker to assemble all the paperwork and pay import duty. You will not get a FL plate without this paperwork
Hello Steve. Are you advising on out-of-state or out-of-country vehicles?
I just bought a car in Georgia. It is not registered in there. I am moving to Florida to attend school. Can I register and tag it in Florida without registering it in Georgia first.
Hello Sarah. You will need to request a temporary tag from Georgia. Once you move to Florida, you can register your vehicle following the traditional steps for vehicle registration.
If moving from tennessee to florida how much to register a vehicle in florida
Hello Tammy. That would bank on the type of vehicle you’re registering, its weight, the license plates you choose, and whether or not you will be registering the vehicle for 1 year or 2 years. Here’s a link that will give you guidance on out-of-state vehicle registrations in FL.
My son moved to Florida from Missouri. He is in the process of buying a car from a family friend that resides in Missouri and the car is currently registered to them. Once he pays it off, they will be signing it over to him. Does he have to register the car in Missouri and then transfer it to Florida, or can he do the initial registration in Florida?
Hello Crystal. Your son needs to contact the DMV in Missouri to check the status of the vehicle and receive further guidance on this particular situation.
Hello, I got a new car in MN, but the car that I traded in was register in FL, I told the dealership that I wanted to get the new car register in FL (transfer the old to the new) they end up registering the car in MN but they mailed me the Florida plate how can I change that MN plates to my FL plate
Hello Jose. Since you moved to MN, you will need to register your car again in Florida in order to be eligible for a FL plate.
Hi. I just moved to Florida, but prior to me moving down here I bought a car in Ohio. The temporary tags are almost expired and I’m needing to register to my car in Florida. What all is going to be involved in this and what will I need to have with me at the DMV?
Hello Linsey. To register your out of state vehicle in Florida, you will need to get the following documents in advance:
A FL driver’s license
A valid FL insurance
VIN inspection and odometer reading completed
Once you are done getting the above-mentioned items, visit your local tax collector’s office and submit:
Your Florida driver’s license
Proof of Florida insurance
Your out-of-state title
Your VIN verified on the Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification form (Form HSMV 82042)
A completed Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration (Form HSMV 82040)
Payment of registration fees and taxes fees
For more information, please click on this link and ensure you gather all your documents on time.
Hello, my name is Tracy Clark. I moved from Orlando in June and moved to Opelousas Louisana. I put Louisiana insurance on my car now my license is suspended because I dont have flordia insurance. I didn’t know I had to keep flordia insurance and now I can’t get my tags. What should I do. I still have my flordia license but I want louisana plates. I dont k lo w what to do.
Hello Tracy. In Louisiana, drivers must maintain proof of continuous insurance throughout the registration period, which may be the reason why your license got suspended. It’s in your best interest to contact the OMV as you may be required to present a completed SR-22 form before being allowed to register your vehicle.
Question! My girlfriend moved from Texas, but she would LOVE to keep her Texas license plates. I’ve noticed over the years several cars with out of state plates. What’s the process to keep her Texas plates here in Florida?
Hello J Rey. Unfortunately every time you move to a new state you are required to get a new license plate from their local DMV. Those drivers your girlfriend spots may be visitors and other people who may just be passing by.
Hello,
I have lived in Florida all my life and own a residence in the panhandle. I am a military spouse living in Virginia. I just financed a car here and would like to have it registered in Florida. Is this possible? I dont have the title, Bank of America does. I do have current Virginia registration. Is that along with my Florida drivers license and insurance going to work?
Hello Ricky. You should contact the DMV in Virginia as they might have different set of norms when it comes to vehicle registration in other states. There’s no communication between DMV from different states so it’s in your best interest to gather more information from your local agency in VA.
I m legally a resident of New York. However, I have a second home in Florida which I own. Last year I drove my car to Florida and I intend to leave her there permanently. Because I am three months per year in Florida and nine months per year in New York, I would like to have a Florida license in addition to my New York license. I do have a Florida residence which as I have said, I own . Is this possible under Florida law. I do not wish to give up my New York license. In addition, I wish to register my car in Florida. It will not be going back to New York. I will obtain Florida liability insurance. Can this be accomplished? Thank you for your advice.
Hello Seymour. You cannot have two driver’s licenses in the US and that’s the law. Now, if you wish to register a car in Florida, you can use your NY’s driver’s license along with a valid FL auto insurance policy. Here’s a link for more information about vehicle registrations in FL.
Great info here and would love to hear about my situation. I’m a resident of RI, but am currently living with a friend in Florida. I’m driving back to RI soon and wish to buy a used car to drive back north. What are the ways that this can be done?
Thanks!
Hello River. You will need to get a temporary tag from the DMV in Florida so you can be authorized to drive the vehicle all the way up to RI. Here’s a link with more information about temporary registrations in FL.
Hello,
I have a total of 3 cars in GA. My wife will stay in GA with one of the cars and the other car will stay in GA for my job that I have in GA. My question is, I am beginning to build my business in FL with the 3rd car. Can I get a Florida lic. and also get a tag just for the one car that I will have while I am here in FL before my wife comes down in another year and keep my other 2 cars registered in GA?
Hello Roger. If you are working in Florida, you must register the car you will be using to get around within 30 days after moving. You will need to get a Florida driver’s license, purchase a valid FL auto insurance and have a VIN inspection and odometer reading completed. Here is link with more information for out-of-state registrations in Florida.
If I buy a car in Fla, but have a ga license can I still get a tag for the car with out changing my license? I have been told you can do this if you work in Fla and still reside in the original state, but work in Fla.?
Hello Betty. You can register your car as long as you get a valid auto insurance in the state of Florida.
Can I register a car for my son without him being present? He has moved to Florida and his car is registered in RI . I’m visiting him and wanted todo this for him because he hasn’t had time . I don’t believe that he has gone to get a Florida license even though he is a resident now
Hello Amy. You can register your car for your son but you will need to be in Florida to do so. Don’t forget to bring a power of attorney if you are planning on registering a car on his behalf. Good luck.
Hello.
I have a car that was a registered in Florida at one time then transferred to TN and Need to bring it back to Florida how much to transfer it back?
Hello Julie. You’ll need to register your car with the DMV in Florida. Here’s a link with a step-by-step guide about car registrations in FL.
Hello,
My daughter started college in Florida last month. Our plan was to wait and see if she could get by without a car. She’s now saying she’d prefer to have one. I’d rather not buy a car in our home State. I’d like to explore the possibility of her buying and registering a car in Florida. As a full time college student, does she meet any requirements necessary to obtain a FL drivers license? And if so, as I believe I’ve read, she can complete the transaction buying and registering a vehicle there, correct?
If she has a driver’s license and car insurance, she can put the new car registration in her name.