If You’re Moving Within North Carolina

1. Fill out a North Carolina DMV change of address form online. You can do so here.
2. Go to a North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles office. Find a North Carolina driver’s license office near you and fill out a North Carolina DMV change of address form in person.

How do I register my car after moving in NC?

To register, take the following to a local license plate agency:

1. Vehicle title (or if held by a lender, a registration card)
2. MVR-1 Title Application.
3. MVR-180 Odometer Disclosure (if vehicle is less than 10 years old)

Can I view my NC vehicle registration online?

View your North Carolina driver license and vehicle information using MyDMV, the one-stop portal to N.C. Division of Motor Vehicle’s most common online services.

What happens if I don’t return my NC license plates?

Failure to respond within the required amount of time (10 days) can result in the loss of your license plates for at least 30 days and your registration may be suspended. After the revocation period, you must pay a $50 restoration fee, $50 service fee and appropriate license plate fee.

Why did NC change license plate?

ROCKY MOUNT – A world-wide shortage of aluminum is forcing the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles to indefinitely suspend its program to replace license plates that are older than six years. The move is being taken to help ensure there is enough material to produce first-time plates.

Can you register a car in NC with an out of state license?

​General Requirements The individual who is titling the vehicle must have a valid North Carolina driver license or ID. For new North Carolina residents, a valid out-of-state driver license and their North Carolina Temporary Driving Certificate are required.

How much does it cost to get tags and registration in NC?

Vehicle Registration Fee: The state fee to renew a Private Passenger vehicle is $38.75. If you are renewing your Motorcycle the state fee is $25.50 and Trailers or Semi-Trailers are $27.00. Private Truck fees are determined by weight.

Is it better to transfer tags or get new ones?

Transferring your personalized license plate allows you to keep the unique and meaningful specialized plate on your car. It’s also much cheaper and easier to transfer personalized plates than it is to cancel them and purchase them again with your new vehicle.