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Registration in Needles, California


California Registration in Needles

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 Needles

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).

Before making your appointment, please check the DMV portal to verify the necessary paperwork, as depending on the different kind of vehicle you want to register, some other legal forms or certificates will be necessary.

Registration of an used vehicle in Needles

This transaction is called by the name: “Private party purchase Registration”. When purchasing a vehicle from another person the buyer will have 10 days to register the new vehicle under his/her name at the DMV. On the other hand, the seller of the vehicle, will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.

If you have bought a vehicle from another person, you will have to notify the DMv about the new Title 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.

Depending on the kind of vehicle you want to register, there may be different documentation required, so please check the official DMV website to ensure you have the correct documentation before making your appointment.

Motorcycles registration in Needles

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:

  • The California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
  • The Insurance Certificate of the vehicle
  • The Current California Motorcycle license of the driver
  • Applicable fees.

Please bear in mind that all miniature vehicles (or pocket bikes) are exempt of any registration and therefore 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

The special vehicles are those who have different characteristics from the regular vehicle, such as boats or vessels, modified vehicles, imported vehicles from outside America, Off highway vehicles, Revived vehicles, Commercial vehicles, and others.

  • Boats or vessels
  • Modified vehicles
  • Imported vehicles
  • Off highway vehicles
  • Revived vehicles
  • Commercial vehicles
  • Etc.

Registration renewal in Needles

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, so If you already count with these 3, you can use any of the Kiosk stations and proceed with your self- service renewal.

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 Needles

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.

This procedure will demand the payment of a fee. The DMV facilitates the payment of this amount 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 Needles

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.

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DMV offices in Needles, California

1040 E. Broadway St.


Needles DMV Office


92363


(800) 777-0133

430 South Broadway


Blythe DMV Office


92225


(800) 777-0133

3668 Adobe Road G-J


Twentynine Palms DMV Office


92277


(800) 777-0133

44480 Jackson St.


Indio DMV Office


92201


(800) 777-0133

74-740 Technology Drive


Palm Desert DMV Office


92211


(800) 777-0133

950 N. Farrell Drive


Palm Springs DMV Office


92262


(800) 777-0133

528 East Virginia Way


Barstow DMV Office


92311


(800) 777-0133

1175 E. Main St.


Brawley DMV Office


92227


(800) 777-0133



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