How do i get the registration for my car

If your registration has expired for two years or longer, you will need to get new license plates for the vehicle. In that case, you will need to:

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How do I get proof of vehicle registration in Texas?
What is needed for Alabama vehicle registration?
How do I get a copy of my registration in PA?
How much is vehicle registration in Alabama?

Make an appointment at a DMV office.
Provide license plate number or registration document for your expired vehicle.
Present your Connecticut driver's license.
Complete application for Registration and Certificate of Title (Form H-13B).
Provide current Connecticut insurance identification card.
Ensure your vehicle has met emissions testing requirements and has no outstanding compliance issues.

Need a reminder for your next renewal date?

Simply enter your email address at the end of the registration process to be reminded of next year’s renewal date.

Related resources

Connecticut Registration and Title Application (Form H-13B)
Make sure you can renew your car registration.
Connecticut Emissions Testing Program
Find an emissions testing center near you.
Parking tickets and car insurance
Learn more about compliance issues that may prevent you from renewing your registration.

Average estimated time to renew your car registration online: 3-5 minutes

Get started

Online
In person
By mail

Renew your vehicle registration online

Who’s eligible
How to
Fees

Who’s eligible

You can review the following vehicles online:

Automobiles (i.e., cars)
Trucks
Sport utility vehicles (SUVs)
Vans
Motorcycles
Camp trailers
Most commercial vehicles

There are some vehicle types that can’t be renewed online due to additional required paperwork. Please refer to your registration renewal notice for more information.

How to

Step 1: Gather what you’ll need:

The Personal Identification Number (PIN) on your renewal notice, or
First and last names as it appears on your license or ID card
CT driver’s License or non-driver ID number
Date of birth
If you’re an organization, you will need your Secretary of State Number*

Step 2: Have your printer ready:

Please have your printer ready before starting. Once you finish your registration renewal, you’ll need to print it out and keep it in your vehicle. Reprint your receipt.

Step 3: Renew online:

Get started

Individual(s) (Example: John Smith)
An organization (Example: ACME Plumbing Supplies, Inc.)

*As an organization, if the DMV does not have your Secretary of State number on file. You must first contact the DMV to have this added to your organization customer record prior to conducting an online transaction.

Fees

Fees vary by registration type. Please refer to your renewal notice for detailed information.

We accept VISA, Mastercard, and Discover credit cards, as well as debit cards only with the VISA/Mastercard logo.

Learn more about the Passport to the Parks fee.

Renew your car registration in person

Who’s eligible
How to
Fees

Who’s eligible

Everyone and every vehicle type can renew their vehicle registration in person at the DMV—you just need to make an appointment first.

An invitation to renew your registration will be automatically mailed to you 45 days before the expiration date.

How to

Step 1: Make an appointment

Make an appointment at a DMV office.

Step: 2: Bring your invitation to renew

If you do not have your invitation, please bring your driver’s license or ID card.
If you wish to name a beneficiary to your vehicle, simply print out this beneficiary form. At the end of the renewal process, just attach it to your registration certificate.

Fees

Fees vary by registration type. Please refer to your renewal notice for detailed information.

Learn more about the Passport to the Parks fee.

Renew your car registration by mail

Who’s eligible
How to
Fees

Who’s eligible

An invitation to renew your registration will be automatically mailed to you 45 days before the expiration date.

You can’t renew through mail if you have the below scenarios.

You have any outstanding property tax obligations.
Your vehicle requires additional documents and will continue to be processed by mail. This includes no fee renewals.
There is a discrepancy with the make or vehicle type on your renewal notice.

How to

You may renew by mail by mailing the bottom portion of your renewal notice. If you do not have a return envelope, you may mail your payment to the following address:

How do I get proof of vehicle registration in Texas?

You will need to submit the following to request a duplicate receipt:.

Completed Request for Texas Motor Vehicle Information Form (Form VTR-275).

Copy of applicant's current driver license or government-issued photo identification..

$2.00 Fee: ... .

By mail: Mail to the address on the form..

What is needed for Alabama vehicle registration?

VEHICLE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS.

Title or Manufacturer's Statement (Certificate) of Origin or Alabama Title Application..

Bill of Sale..

Unexpired Driver License or Non-Driver ID (for all owners).

Insurance (Policy Number & NAIC Number).

How do I get a copy of my registration in PA?

Duplicate registration cards may be obtained through our website. Customers can get their duplicate registration card free at the time of their online renewal. Duplicate registration cards may also be secured if your registration card has been lost, stolen or defaced.

How much is vehicle registration in Alabama?

License fees are based upon the age and weight of the vehicle. Base Registration Fee: $225 - initial registration plus: $14.50 for vehicles under 2,500 lbs. $22.50 for vehicles between 2,500 - 3,499 lbs.