Registration in Foresthill

The State of California requests all citizens to register their vehicle at the DMV in California. This procedure will save time and effort when dealing with any DMV’s issue that may arise. The drivers will be requested to update their personal information and current state of the vehicle at every moment. Depending on the different type of registration the vehicle needs, a fee will have to be paid in order to complete the transaction.

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. For regular vehicles and motorcycles, you can find all the information and requirements in the following paragraphs.

New registration in Foresthill

If you purchased your vehicle at the dealership, that may mean that half of the Registration procedure has been made for you, as a lot of dealers 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, so before making your appointment, please check the DMV portal to verify the necessary paperwork.

Registration of an used vehicle in Foresthill

"Private party purchase Registration” is the current name of this type of transaction.

The following paperwork will be necessary to be able to change the ownership of the vehicle:

Vehicle’s Title, or Pink Slip
The Bill of Sale
The vehicle’s record of odometer mileage
A Smog certificate
The 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 Foresthill

When you purchased or have been given any kind of motor-clycled vehicle, it is necessary to register it at the DMV. You will be demanded of the following paperwork to be able to proceed with this:

The California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
Insurance Certificate
Your current California Motorcycle license
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 riders with at least 16 years or older, with a valid driver's license, are allowed to drive a motorized scooter in public streets. This vehicle is defined as: any vehicle that contains 2 wheels, a motor, handlebars, and a floorboard where you can stand on while riding it. In this case, helmets are mandatory, but this type of vehicle does not require any registration.

Special Vehicles registration in Foresthill

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:

All of these vehicles may have different requirements to process with its registration. If this is your case, please check the DMV official website before making your appointment.

Registration renewal in Foresthill

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.

Please bear in mind that a series of requirements will be demanded to be able to complete the “self-service renewal” . First of all, you have to be sure you are in possession of:

The license plate number
Your VIN (Vehicle identification Number), or the HIN (Hull identification number)
The renewal notice with your current address

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.

For the renewal of special vehicles or vessels, if there is any infraction or pending issues, the self-service will not be possible so you will have to use the online renewal system. If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to visit the official DMV website.

Replacement of your registration card in Foresthill

If your registration card has been lost, damaged or stolen, you will need to request a replacement to the DMV. 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
Or to do it 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 Foresthill

All registration fees will basically be based on the type of vehicle, its price and the city you are living in. There are other factors that may influence this figure, like if you have had any infractions or violations to the Federal circulation laws. All fees can be calculated for new vehicles registrations, or for special vehicles at the DMV official website. The range of the DMV Registration fees are between 20$ and 70$ approximately.

This website is privately owned and is not affiliated with the DMV (State of California Department of Motor and Vehicles). Remember that we are never going to solicit any personal information, ID or credentials. Official California DMV website: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/