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VirginiaCAR REGISTRATION

Easy Guide

5th Edition

Licensed by: Car-Registration.org

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Table of contents

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Vehicle Registration

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Looking to register a vehicle in the wonderful state of Virginia? Well, you’ve come to the right place. With this guide you will obtain all the necessary information regarding how to apply for your vehicle registration as well as what exactly you will need to do before you apply to ensure that you meet all requirements. In order to do this you will need to take steps and follow procedures that we have organized for you with all the necessary research and information regarding registering your vehicle in the state of Virginia.

Whether you’re looking to register a specific type of vehicle, renew your soon to be expired registration, replace a lost, stolen, or damaged registration, or update your current vehicle registration all of this information and more will be provided for you fast, easy, and stress free! Our purpose is to help you get ready and know exactly how to prepare properly by providing you all the tools and information you may need from beginning to end in this process. So, don’t worry and just allow us to make your life slightly less complicated.

Registration Insurance Requirements

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You will be required to obtain proper Virginia insurance when you go to register your vehicle. This is a necessary requirement in order to help reduce the number of uninsured drivers on the road which can often result in high costs if you are involved in any vehicle accident.

Your insurance company will issue your proof of insurance by providing you a Virginia insurance ID card, which you must keep to present as proof of insurance when needed. When you go to register your vehicle you will need to have your vehicle insured. By signing the vehicle registration application you are asserting that your vehicle is properly insured in the state of Virginia.

In order to be able to apply for your vehicle registration, it will be mandatory that you obtain liability insurance before you are allowed to register and legally drive it without any consequences. What is the purpose of liability insurance? Well, if you are involved in a car accident it is important that any and all damages or injuries you cause someone else can be paid for without causing you financial difficulty.

Your liability insurance must be a Virginia state insurance coverage plan obtained from an insurance company certified by the Virginia DMV office; out-of-state insurance plans will not be accepted.

The insurance plan must be maintained valid even when your vehicle is no longer in use, and must be renewed once it expires. If you do not wish to obtain an insurance plan you will be required to pay $500 fee for the Uninsured Motor Vehicle option available through the DMV which permits you to drive an uninsured vehicle at your risk and expense. This option expires alongside your registration and requires that you repay the fee when you renew it.

Though, if you decide to obtain insurance for your vehicle, the DMV office will monitor your coverage status through the Insurance Verification Program. Through the program the DMV office is maintained updated on whether or not your vehicle is properly insured, and on any information regarding your coverage.

FeesMinimum Vehicle Liability Insurance Policy:

Property Damage $20,000

Body Injury or Death for one person $25,000

Body Injury or Death for multiple people $50,000

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If your information does not return verified from the insurance company, you will receive an Insurance Verification Inquiry letter requiring you to provide information regarding your insurance coverage to the DMV office in order for your coverage to be verified. You are able to provide the necessary information through the DMV official website here.

However, in the event that you are found to not have your vehicle insured or you have not paid for the UMV fee, you will have both of your driving and registration rights suspended. In order to reinstate your privileges you will be required to take the following steps:

• Pay a $500 Statutory Fee

• Submit a Financial Responsibility Insurance Certificate (SR-22) for Three Years

• Pay a Reinstatement Fee, if necessary.

If you are unable to maintain your vehicle’s insurance it is best to either, temporarily deactivate the license plates, pay the UMV fee, or surrender your license plates to the DMV office.

TipIf you have any questions or concerns regarding how to purchase liability insurance in Virginia, make sure to contact the Virginia Department of Insurance at 804-497-7100 or take a look at the Virginia Auto Insurance Consumer Guide for more information.

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Registering your Vehicle in Virginia

The most important part of registering your vehicle in Virginia is taking a look at the requirements you will need to meet as well as the steps you must take depending on the type of vehicle you hold. Whether you are registering a new, used, out-of-state, military, or special type of vehicle, you should see the specific instructions to have it registered so you can make sure the process is as easy and quick as possible. You can simply take a look at the outlined steps below to better understand what exactly you must do in order to register your vehicle in Virginia and begin driving legally as soon as possible!

Through the process of registering, your vehicle will be required to pass a safety inspection, and depending on your location, your vehicle may also need to pass a standard smog and emissions inspection in order to be properly registered. The emissions inspection is required for only certain counties and cities in Virginia:

• Counties: Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Stafford

• Cities: Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, Manassas Park.

If you are registering a vehicle from out of state, you can simply present a valid emissions certificate performed within the last 12 months but only if you are coming from one of the following states:

Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, or Wisconsin.

REGISTER A NEW VEHICLEIf your new vehicle is purchased from a private individual or through any other method, then you will need to take the steps below:

• Visit the DMV office.• Complete a vehicle safety inspection.• Complete a smog and emissions inspection, if necessary. • Present proof of vehicle insurance. OR• Pay the $500 UMV fee.• Fill out the Application for Registration. • Pay all necessary registration fees.

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REGISTER A USED VEHICLEIn order to register a used vehicle that has been purchased through a private individual in the state of Virginia you will have to complete the following steps carefully:

• Visit the DMV office.

• Complete a vehicle safety inspection.

• Complete a smog and emissions inspection, if necessary.

• Present proof of vehicle insurance.

OR

• Pay the $500 UMV fee.

• Fill out the Application for Registration.

• Provide proof of identity

• Pay all necessary registration fees.

REGISTER AN OUT-OF-STATE VEHICLEHave you recently moved or purchased a vehicle and would like to register the vehicle in Virginia? Then, you will have to take the below steps to have it properly registered within 30 days of becoming a Virginia resident:

• Visit the DMV office.

• Transfer out-of-state title to Virginia.

• Complete a vehicle safety inspection.

• Complete a smog and emissions inspection, if necessary.

• Present proof of vehicle insurance.

OR

• Pay the $500 UMV fee.

• Fill out the Application for Registration.

• Present proof of documentation and payment for vehicle title.

• Pay all necessary registration fees.

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REGISTRATION FOR MILITARY MEMBERSAs an active military member and a resident of Virginia you will have to take the same general steps seen above in order to register your vehicle however, if you are stationed out of state, you will simply have to maintain your vehicle registered and insured in the state you are currently stationed.

If you are a non-resident and you are stationed in Virginia, you will not be required to register your vehicle in the state as long as your it remains registered in your home state or you and any co-owners of your vehicle are active duty military personnel. However, in the case that any co-owner is not on active duty in the military, then you will be required to register your vehicle in Virginia by following the steps outlined above or register your vehicle in your home state.

TipFor more information regarding the emission inspection requirements in Virginia please contact the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality at 703-583-3900 or 1-800-275-3844.

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Renewing your Vehicle Registration

Is it time to renew your vehicle registration? Much like with many things in life, such as your driver license and even food products, your vehicle registration will be at risk of expiring which would mean your vehicle will be deemed invalid to drive legally. This of course can be solved by simply making sure to renew your vehicle’s registration before the expiration date is allowed to pass by unattended.

Through the Virginia DMV you will be able to choose among three different options when you would like to renew your vehicle registration. You can choose to renew under a certain amount of time if you checked off the option on your vehicle registration and you meet these requirements:

• One Year

• No requirements.

• Two Years

• Vehicle is not over 55,000 lb.

• Vehicle is not registered through the International Registration Plan (IRP).

• Uninsured motor vehicle fee has not been paid.

• Vehicle is located in an emission inspection required county/city and there is only a year left for the emissions inspection renewal.

• Three Years

• Do not renew by mail.

• Vehicle is not over 55,000 lb.

• Vehicle is kept in a county that requires an emission inspection.

• Vehicle is not registered through the International Registration Plan (IRP).

• Uninsured motor vehicle fee has not been paid.

When it is time for you to renew your vehicle registration, the DMV office will mail you a renewal notice with all the necessary information regarding your renewal process. However, in the case that you do not receive a renewal notice in the mail and you would like to renew your vehicle registration please contact the DMV office at 804-497-7100.

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You also have the option to receive electronic registration renewal notices by singing up through the Virginia DMV website, providing your Social Security number and date of birth.

RENEWING IN PERSONTo renew your vehicle registration in person, you will have to take the following steps:

• Visit the DMV office.

• Present your renewal notice or registration certificate.

• Present your driver license.

• Present proof of your vehicle’s passed emission test, if necessary.

• Present proof of vehicle insurance, if necessary.

• Pay the necessary renewal fee.

• The renewal fee will be stated on your renewal notice.

RENEWING ONLINEIn the case that you are interested in renewing your vehicle registration online, all you need to do is follow these steps:

• Visit the Virginia DMV official site here.

• Provide your driver license or Social Security number.

• Provide your date of birth.

• Provide the following:

• Title Number

• Last Four Digits of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

• Pay the necessary renewal fee

• Must be paid with an electronic check or valid Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express card.

• Print the renewal receipt.

After you’ve completed the above steps you will be able to print out a temporary registration which will extend your registration for an additional 15 days until your permanent registration card arrives in the mail. If it takes longer than that, please contact the DMV office.

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RENEWING BY MAILHowever, if you would like to renew your vehicle registration by mail, you can easily do so by simply submitting the following necessary documents and payment:

• Sign and provide your renewal notice.• Provide proof of vehicle having passed the emissions inspection, if

necessary.• Pay the necessary renewal fee.• Send the necessary documents and payment to the following address: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Attn: Renewal Center P.O. Box 27412 Richmond, VA 23269

Allow for your permanent vehicle registration to arrive in the mail within 15 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

RENEWING BY PHONEThe last option you have to renew your vehicle’s registration is by phone, taking these quick steps outlined below:

• Contact the DMV office at 888-337-4782.

• Provide proof of vehicle having passed the emissions inspection, if necessary.

• Provide all the necessary information stated on your renewal notice.

• Pay the necessary renewal fee by using a credit or debit card.

Your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 15 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

FeesWhen it is time to renew your vehicle registration, you will need to pay the following fees based on the type of vehicle you have registered:

Renewing Online

One Year Renewal $1 discount

Two Year Renewal $3 discount

Three Year Renewal $4 discount

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Renewing By Telephone

One Year Renewal No discount

Two Year Renewal $2 discount

Three Year Renewal $3 discount

Renewing By Mail

One Year Renewal No discount

Two Year Renewal $2 discount

Three Year Renewal Not Available

If you are late on renewing your vehicle registration after the expiration date, you will face a $10 late fee as well as further penalties if you are pulled over for driving without a valid registration.

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Replacing your Vehicle Registration

Has something happened to your vehicle registration? Well, it doesn’t matter if your vehicle registration was recently lost, stolen, or even damaged, the Virginia DMV will help you in obtaining a new vehicle registration as soon as possible regardless of the situation. All it requires of you is to do a few things:

• Visit the DMV office.

• Fill out the Vehicle Registration Application (Form VSA 14).

• Pay the $2 registration replacement fee.

After you’ve completed the above steps, your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 15 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

REPLACING ONLINEA second option you have is to replace your vehicle registration online through the official Virginia DMV website, which will provide you a duplicate registration free of charge. In order to obtain your replacement registration online make sure to follow the steps below:

• Go to the Virginia DMV website here.

• Provide the reason you require a registration replacement.

• Provide your vehicle title number.

• Provide the last four digits of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

After you’ve completed the above steps, your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 15 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

TipMake sure you report your license plate when it is lost, damaged, or stolen and you seek to replace it. It is also essential that you report to the police in the case that your registration was stolen to prevent any issues of identity theft which also can allow criminals to sell stolen vehicles.

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Updating your Vehicle Registration

Whether you are moving homes to a new city or making a major change such as changing some part of your name, you will need to consider how these changes affect your legal documents. So, it is important that you learn how to make these changes to your life in case you make these decisions. Naturally, all you need to do is inform the Virginia DMV office and take a few steps.

In order to change your name or address on your vehicle registration the first step you will need to take is to change your name or address on your driver license and obtain a duplicate driver license which shows your new name. Afterwards you will need to obtain a duplicate vehicle registration; all you must do is follow the steps below that best apply to your situation:

• Visit the DMV office.

• Fill out the Vehicle Registration Application (Form VSA 14).

• Pay the $2 registration replacement fee.

Or you can opt to replace your vehicle registration online by taking the following steps:

• Go to the Virginia DMV website here.

• Provide the reason you require a registration replacement.

• Provide your vehicle title number.

• Provide the last four digits of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

After you’ve completed the above steps, your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 15 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.

TipMake sure you change your legal name with the office of Social Security at least three days before you change your name with the Virginia DMV office. Your legal name must be valid with the Social Security office records in order for you to change your name with the DMV office.

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License Plates

When you go to register your vehicle at the Virginia DMV office, you will automatically be assigned a license plate number. This will mean that every time you go to renew your vehicle registration your license plate will also be renewed. The DMV office will provide you with a decal to attach to your license plate which will state the date of expiration. You will be responsible for maintaining your license plate valid at all times in order to legally drive in the state of Virginia.

You can obtain a standard Virginia license plate for the basic price of $10 when you go to apply to obtain a license plate. But that won’t be your only option; instead, you can chose to get a plate that best fits your tastes either in design, message, or both. You also don’t have to settle for boring or standard license plates, in the state of Virginia you have the option of obtaining a license plate that fits your personality, hobbies, or interests if your request is approved by the Virginia DMV office.

GETTING CUSTOM PLATESThere are many different options for you to choose from if you are looking to obtain a personalized license plate for your vehicle; make sure you take a look at the types of personalized license plates available for you to choose from as well as the restrictions and limitations on the different types of license plates.

If you would like to obtain your custom license plate you will have to either submit in person at the DMV office or send it by mail to the address provided below, in order to begin please take the following steps:

• Fill out the License Plate Application (Form VSA 10).

• Fill out the Notarized Antique License Plate Certificate (Form VSA 10B).

• Only if you are seeking to obtain an antique license plate.

• Visit the DMV office and submit your form(s) and payment

OR

• Send the form and payment to the following address:

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

Post Office Box 27412

Richmond, Virginia 23269-0001

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OR• Send the forms and payment to the following address, if you are

obtaining an antique license plate: DMV, Special Plates P.O. Box 26668 Richmond, Virginia 23261-6668

After you’ve completed the above steps allow time for the DMV office to process your application, your custom license plates should arrive in the mail within 60 days otherwise, please contact the DMV office at 804-497-7100.

Ordering Custom Plates OnlineHowever, in the case that you would prefer to obtain your custom license plate online, you will have to go to the Virginia DMV official website’s specialized license plates to browse the personalized license plates available for your selection.

In order to do this, you will have to take the following steps:

• Visit the Virginia DMV website.

• Select the type of license plate.

• Select your personalized combination, if desired

• Provide your title number.

• Provide your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

• Pay any necessary standard license plate registration fee, one time or annually.

• Pay the $10 personalized license plate fee, annually.

After you’ve completed the above steps, your custom license plates should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 804-497-7100.

FeesYou will be required to pay an initial fee when you first obtain your custom license plate and afterwards pay an annual fee to maintain the license plate valid. Take a look at the fees below to see what you will be required to pay for your custom license plate in Virginia: Standard Annual Registration Fee $10, $15, or $25Standard One-Time Registration Fee $10, $25, or $50Personalized License Plate Fee $10 additional

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Replacing Your License PlatesThere may be a time when you may need to replace your vehicle’s license plates, whether it is due to having them stolen, damaged, or perhaps lost. Regardless, replacing your license plates in the state of Virginia is a simple and clean process that allows for you to obtain replacement plates for your vehicle as well as help you to feel safe and secure.

Make sure you notify the local police department if you notice that your license plate has been stolen or lost to prevent any issues that may arise due to identity theft. Afterwards, make sure to contact the Virginia DMV office at 804-497-7100 to notify them of the issue and have them explain the process of replacing your custom license plates. The standard fee for replacing your license plate with or without decals will be $10, while the cost for replacing only one or two decals will be $1 through the DMV office.

After you’ve completed the instructions given by the DMV office your license plates should arrive in the mail within 60 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 804-497-7100.

Surrendering Virginia License PlatesAre you thinking about ending or not renewing the liability insurance on your vehicle, moving to another state, or selling your vehicle? Then, it is important that you surrender the Virginia state license plates for that vehicle. However, if you have at least 6 months before your vehicle registration expires you can fill out the Vehicle Registration Refund Application to obtain a refund. In order to surrender your license plates you will simply need to go to the nearest DMV office and hand them over or mail them to the following address:

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

P.O. Box 27412

Richmond, Virginia 23269

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Vehicle Safety Tips

The most important thing before you begin driving any vehicle is that both you and the vehicle are well prepared for any trip you make. This means checking and making any changes to your vehicle or your behavior to make sure that you are able to drive safely at all times.

EMERGENCY KITOne of the essentials to safe driving is having a basic emergency kit available in your vehicle at all times. This kit should include basic items such as water, extra batteries, rope, First Aid kit, matches, a whistle, etc. During winter months it is also important to carry items such as blankets, non-perishable foods, extra gloves and socks, and a shovel.

WINTER DRIVINGOne of the most dangerous times to drive is during the winter, especially if you live in an area that snows. Therefore, it is best to consider these tips to drive safely during the winter.

• Don’t Rush! Roads are often covered in snow and ice after it snows, so instead

of driving fast and risking an accident in your rush to get to your destination try leaving a few minutes earlier than usual. This will allow you to drive slower and help to avoid rushing other drivers by not tailgating them if they are going slower.

• Don’t Panic If You Skid or Slip In the case that your vehicle does ski or slip while driving make sure

you do not panic and slam down on your brakes. Instead all you need to do is apply slow and even pressure on your brakes until you stop. This will prevent you from spinning further out of control.

• Check Your Vehicle Before you even leave your house make sure your vehicle’s controls,

brakes, tank, tires, antifreeze, exhaust, etc. are all working properly. It is also important that you remove all ice and snow from your car before you begin driving; this prevents the snow from blocking your view while you drive.

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DRINKING AND DRIVINGEvery year thousands are killed as a result of drinking and driving. This is something that is very easily prevented; it only requires that you plan ahead of time by taking these steps.

Even before you begin drinking you should arrange for someone else to be the designated driver. In the case that they also become intoxicated, it is important that you arrange to take a taxi. Never allow someone drunk to drive, instead take away their keys and call for alternative transportation.

If you see someone who you suspect is drunk, and they exhibit signs of intoxication while driving such as making wide turns, weaving, swerving, braking erratically, turning abruptly, etc. call 911 and contact authorities immediately. Also make sure to avoid them on the road to ensure your own safety.

USING YOUR PHONEDriving while using your cellphone is one of the most dangerous things you can do because during those few seconds your attention is diverted to your phone, a major accident could occur. So, make sure you don’t text, use of the Internet on your phone, or receive calls while you drive to prevent accidents as best as possible.

THINGS TO AVOIDDriving isn’t always a relaxing experience. There are certain actions that can be both an annoyance and dangerous to you while on the road driving. These things are often avoidable if you make sure to take the necessary steps towards preventing them, as well as stopping them after you discover them to be occurring.

Car Accidents The best way to avoid car accidents is to ensure that your vehicle is safe to drive and will not cause you any problems. To do this you only need to regularly check that your brakes are functioning properly, your tires are inflated and not worn out, and that the steering and suspensions are checked by a mechanic and will not fail while you drive, especially at high speeds.

Wasting Gas As the price of gas goes up you may begin to start looking for ways to save on those expensive trips to the pump. Well, saving on gas is something that is possible if you take a few steps towards ensuring that you waste less gas.

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Some of the ways you can start saving gas are: not using air conditioning, not leaving your engine running, or speeding above 60 mph. These things are preventable and not necessary for you to drive, therefore you can quickly reduce the amount of gas you waste.

Another way to save on gas is to make sure that your vehicle is functioning properly, you can do this by checking that your tires are properly inflated, your engine is well tuned, and check that your octane level is the correct amount to your vehicle’s needs.

Aggressive DrivingAggressive driving and drivers are both things that should be avoided to prevent any on-road aggression or accidents. Aggressive driving is categorized as exhibiting behaviors such as aggressive tailgating, verbal or physically harassing another driver, preventing another driver from merging or passing.

However, if you are an aggressive driver, you are putting others at risk every time you do any of the above behaviors. If you encounter a frustrating situation on the road, instead of becoming aggressive, take a moment to breathe and relax before moving on.

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DMV Hours and Locations

The DMV has offices conveniently located across the state. Click here to learn more about DMV office locations, schedules, and waiting times.

Have you ever visited the DMV and realized that you forgot a document? Now you can avoid that and save the trip by using the online services. You will be able to process your:

• Vehicle Registration Renewal

• Insurance Verification

• Plate Purchase

• Report a Vehicle Sold or Traded

• Souvenir Plate Orders

• Title Replacement

If you have any questions, you can call the DMV at the following numbers:

• 804-497-71000

• 1-800-272-9268 (Teletypewriter Device (TTY))

Their office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Sundays, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Except for holidays.

For general inquiries, please take a look at the FAQ section, and if you don’t find the answer, you may contact customer service by submitting a question here.

DON’T WASTE TIME AND MONEY DRIVING TO THE LICENSING OFFICE.