Registration in Antioch
All drivers will be requested to update their personal information and current state of the vehicle at every moment, this process will save time and effort when dealing with any issue that may arise. This is mandatory by the State of California for all citizens that register their vehicle at the DMV. Depending on the type of vehicle registration the driver needs, a fee will have to be paid in order to complete the process.
Next you will find all the required documentation to register your vehicle at the DMV. Please bear in mind that all of this information is the one required for regular vehicles and motorcycles. In the case you need to register a vessel or a special vehicle, please visit the official DMV website to be sure you have all the paperwork you need for your kind of vehicle.
New registration in Antioch
When purchasing a new vehicle at the dealership, it can happen that half of the Registration procedure has been made for you for the dealer (if they have the authorization to proceed with it). If that is not your case, you will have to do the Registration yourself.
The Certificate of Title must be signed up for both parts (The seller and by yourself)
Title transfer fees receipt
In the case you bought a new Vehicle, you will have to bring a Application for Title or Registration (REG 343) form.
In the case you have bought an used Vehicle, the California Certificate of Title will be requested (if the vehicle is registered in another State, an out-of-state title will be necessary).
Depending on the different kind of vehicle you want to register, some other legal forms or certificates will be necessary. Before making your appointment, please check the DMV portal to verify the necessary paperwork.
Registration of an used vehicle in Antioch
If you purchased your vehicle from another person you, as the buyer, will have 10 days to register the new vehicle title at the DMV. This transaction is under the name: “Private party purchase Registration”. The seller of the vehicle on the other hand, will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.
To be able to change the ownership of the vehicle, it will be necessary to present the following paperwork:
- Vehicle’s Title, or as regularly called: “Pink Slip”
- Bill of Sale
- Vehicle’s record of odometer mileage
- Smog certificate
- Applicable fees receipt
This transaction can be made in person making an appointment to the DMV, or by regular mail.
Please check the official DMV website to ensure you have the correct documentation before making your appointment, as depending on the kind of vehicle you want to register, there may be different documentation required.
Motorcycles registration in Antioch
It is necessary to register at the DMV any kind of motorcycle vehicle you have purchased or have been given. To proceed with this, you will be demanded of the following documents:
- California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
- An Insurance Certificate
- Current California Motorcycle license
- Applicable fees receipt.
It is worth mentioning that all miniature vehicles (or pocket bikes) are exempt from any registration. This also means that these vehicles cannot be operated in public streets, as they don't comply with the Federal Safety Standards.
Also bear in mind that all miniature vehicles (or pocket bikes) are exempt from any registration. This also means that these vehicles cannot be operated in public streets, as they don't comply with the Federal Safety Standards.
Special Vehicles
There may be different requirements for special vehicles. In this case, you will need to check the DMV official website in order to register the following vehicles:
- Boats or vessels
- Modified vehicles
- Imported vehicles
- Off highway vehicles
- Revived vehicles
- Commercial vehicles
- Etc.
Registration renewal in Antioch
If you need to renew your vehicle's registration you can do it using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.
First of all, you have to be sure you are in possession of:
- Your vehicle’s license plate number
- The Vehicle Identification Number, or the Hull identification number.
- The renewal notice with your address updated.
In the case you already count with this 3, you can use any of the Kiosk stations to complete your self- service renewal.
To be able to complete the “self-service renewal” bear in mind that a series of requirements will be demanded .The renewal of special vehicles or vessels, if there is any infraction or pending issues, you will have to use the online renewal system, as the self-service will not be possible. If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to visit the official DMV website.
Bear in mind that when a renewal of your vehicle's registration is needed, you can proceed using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.
Replacement of your registration card in Antioch
You will need to request a replacement of your registration card to the DMV If your card has been lost, damaged or stolen.
To be able to proceed with this transaction you can use the different DMV tools at your disposal:
- Submit an online application
- Visit your local DMV office and the Kiosk
- In person.
The DMV facilitates the payment of the applicable fee by the online tool, or by mail to the address: Department of Motor Vehicles - Registration Operations - PO Box 942869 - Sacramento, California 94269-0001.
Registration fees in Antioch
There are a lot of different factors that can influence this fee figures, like if you have had any infractions or violations to the Federal circulation laws .All registration fees will basically be based on the type of vehicle, its price and the city you are living in, plus the before mentioned if it applies.
You will need to request a replacement of your registration card to the DMV If your card has been lost, damaged or stolen.