How to register a car in Vermont
If you want to start a new life, then it is best to move to a new state. Vermont is one of the most peaceful and serene states in the country. If you are considering moving to this great state, you will need to take the time to figure out what you need to do to comply with state laws. Registering a car is the first thing you need to do. You have 60 days from your move to Vermont to register your vehicle to avoid late fees. Applying in person to the DMV is the only way to register a vehicle. Below are some of the things you will need to bring with you to register your vehicle:
- Proof of car insurance
- A completed copy of the Registration/Tax/Title Statement
- current odometer
- Vehicle name with your name on it
- A record of the amount of tax you paid
- Vehicle VIN
In most cases, Vermonters buying a car from a dealership won't have to worry about registering themselves. Usually the dealer you buy the car from guarantees that the car will be registered. If you are letting the dealership deal with your vehicle registration, be sure to get all the paperwork so you have no problem getting your license plate.
When buying a car from a private seller, you will need to bring the following items to the DMV in order to get registered:
- Proof that you have car insurance
- Completed registration/tax/ownership application
- Purchase and sale account
- If the car is new, then you will need a certificate of origin from the manufacturer.
When registering a car, you will have to pay the following fees:
- Passenger cars can be registered for one year for $70 or two years for $129.
- Electric vehicles can be registered for one year for $69 or two years for $127.
- You can register a motorcycle for one year for $44 or for two years for $88.
Before you can register your vehicle in Vermont, you must pass an inspection. For more information about this process, be sure to visit the Vermont DMV website.
