Frequently Asked Questions

Idaho residents looking to renew car registrations can do so either online or in person at a local Idaho drivers license center. If you are attempting to renew car registration online and find that you are unable to, there may be a few reasons. You may have a suspended drivers license, or unpaid ticket violations under your car s registration number. In the event that you are stopped from renewing car registrations, you should visit a DMV office to find out how to clear up the holds.

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Idaho drivers who are unable to visit a local Idaho drivers license center to renew can use a computer or have somebody else use a computer to renew car registration online. Renewing car registrations online requires the vehicle s license plate number and the driver s license number.

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Most Idaho residents who own boats will have to register them with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. Any vessel that uses mechanical propulsion must be registered. To register a boat, bring the proof of ownership and registration fee to one of the many Idaho Boat Registration Vendors.

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It is not a requirement to report lost or stolen car registrations to local law enforcement. However, the Idaho DMV recommends that all drivers looking to replace lost car registrations file a police report for the loss/theft. From there, bring a copy of the police report to a local Idaho drivers license center to apply for a car registration copy.

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It is not a requirement for Idaho residents moving to a new state to surrender their license plates. However, having a non resident car registration in your new state may cause issues. The Idaho DMV recommends that former residents surrender their plates at a local Idaho drivers license center following their move.

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Idaho residents applying to replace car registrations due to a damaged car registration copy should bring the damaged copy with them. To learn how to replace car registrations that have been damaged, visit a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Residents of Idaho who own a motorized scooter may have to get a motorcycle registration depending on the specifications of their vehicle. You must register motorcycles, scooters and mopeds that exceed the following:

• Has pedal propulsion and run by electricity
• Top speed: 30 mph
• Two or three wheels
• Maximum 50cc engine
• Direct/automatic power drive system

The Idaho DMV requires residents with vehicles that exceed these specifications to process it as if they are registering motorcycles. To find out how to register motorcycles, contact a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Prior to initially registering cars in Idaho, you will be required to have an emissions inspection if your vehicle meets the following requirements:

• Model year 1965 or newer
• Registered and driven in Ada county
• Weighs over 1,500 pounds

If your vehicle meets these requirements, you must have it inspected prior to receiving a DMV car registration.

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Idaho residents wondering how to renew car registrations will receive a car registration renewal notice in the mail prior to the expiration date with instructions on how to renew. Typically you will be able to renew car registrations either online or in person. Residents who renew car registration online must provide the Idaho DMV with their driver s license number, EIN filed with the Idaho State Tax Commission (for businesses), their renewal registration notice and a credit or debit card to process the registration fees. Residents applying in person should visit a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Drivers in Idaho who plan on getting out of state car registrationafter a move can do so through the DMV of the state they are relocating to. Once you register a car out of state, you must surrender your Idaho registration and license plates. Registering a car out of state requires certain fees and documentation based on the new state s regulations. To find out more about how to register a car out of state, contact the local DMV office near your new residence.

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Idaho residents who are disabled (or regularly transporting disabled persons) and looking to register cars in the state must meet a few requirements. Under Idaho law, a disabled person is considered anybody who cannot walk more than 200 feet without assistance due to impairment. To order disabled license plates and placards, print and complete the Disability License Plates and Placards formand mail it to:

Idaho Transportation Department

Vehicle Services Special Plates

PO Box 7129, Boise, ID 83707-1129

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Residents of Idaho dealing with lost or stolen car registrations should report the loss/theft before applying for a car registration replacement. To report a lost car registration, visit a local law enforcement office and ask to file a police report. Once the report is filed, you should bring a copy to a local Idaho drivers license center and present it to the DMV officials when applying to replace lost car registration.

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Residents of Idaho dealing with lost, damaged or stolen car registrations should apply for a car registration copy as soon as possible through the Idaho DMV. To replace car registrations in Idaho, you will need to visit a local Idaho drivers license center with the following:

• License plate number
• Driver s license
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Duplicate car registration fee

Car registration replacement fees may vary.

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Residents who would like to learn how to register cars can do so through the Idaho DMV. New car registrations in Idaho are available to residents and businesses located in the state. To receive a DMV car registration, your vehicle must first be titled in Idaho as well. To register cars, visit a local Idaho drivers license center with the required documentation and car registrationfee. There is currently no option to register a car online.

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There may be late fees associated with renewing car registrations in Idaho after the expiration date. To find out how to renew car registrations that are expired, contact the county assessor in the county where your car is registered. You can also contact the Idaho Department of Transportation at 208-334-8649.

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Idaho residents who would like to learn how to replace car registrations and lost personalized plates should contact a local Idaho drivers license center. At the center, speak to a DMV official and ask him or her about replacing car registrations and personalized plates. A lost car registration fee will apply.

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Residents of Idaho getting car registration must carry the registration in the vehicle at all times. If you are ever stopped by law enforcement officials, you will have to show them both your car registration and drivers license. Drivers who would like to learn how to register cars in the state can contact a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Idaho drivers are required to have their license and car registration on them at all times while operating motor vehicles in the state. If you no longer have your car registration, you will need to apply for a duplicate car registration. Common reasons residents no longer have their registration include:

• Lost car registration
• Stolen car registration
• Car registration damaged beyond legibility

To learn more about how to replace car registrations, contact a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Idaho residents looking to get car registrations in the state must present DMV officials with a few required documents and fees. Required fees vary based on the type of vehicle you are registering. Car registration fees are as follows:

• Passenger cars/Motor homes: between $35 and $60 depending on the age and size
• Motorcycles: $15
• Boats: $30
• RVs: $9 (must also purchase an RV sticker which costs $8.50 for the first $1,000 of the RVs market value and $5 for each $1,000 increase)

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Idaho residents looking to replace lost car registrations can do so by visiting a local Idaho drivers license center. There are associated fees with replacing car registrations, though fees vary depending on the county you reside in. To find out how much duplicate car registration fees are in your area, contact the DMV office near you.

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Idaho residents looking to renew expired car registrations will have to pay a fee based on the size and age of their vehicle. Passenger cars weighing less than 8,000 pounds have annual car registration renewal fees as follows:

• Cars one or two years old: $69
• Cars three to six years old: $57
• Cars seven or more years old: $45

The fee for renewing car registrations on RVs is based on the size and weight of the vehicle. Contact a local Idaho drivers license center for information on how to renew expired car registrations on RVs and other types of vehicles.

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Idaho drivers with stolen, damaged or lost car registrations wondering how to replace car registrations should contact a local Idaho drivers license center. When replacing car registrations, you will need to provide certain items to the DMV officials, including:

• License plate number
• Driver s license number
• VIN
• Duplicate car registration fee

There are no options at this time to replace car registration online.

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Residents of Idaho getting car registrations must visit a local Idaho drivers license center to apply. Registering cars in the state requires residents to present DMV officials with certain documents including:

• Valid driver s license
• Social Security Number
• Proof of insurance
• Proof of residency
• Registration fee

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Drivers in Idaho renewing car registrations must provide a few documents to the Idaho DMV for identification purposes. Required identification documents include the following:

• Idaho driver s license number
• Social Security number
• Physical address
• Mailing address

To renew car registration online, you will also need a credit or debit card.

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Idaho drivers should receive their renewal notices a few weeks before they are set to renew expired car registrations. Likewise, you should receive your stickers and new registration card within a few weeks of renewing car registrations. If you have not received your stickers or car registration card, contact a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Idaho residents must renew car registrations by the expiration date listed on their car registration card. Expiration dates are typically a year from the date when you last went in to renew expired car registrations. You will receive a car registration renewal notice prior to the expiration date.

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Residents looking to replace car registrations must do so through the Idaho DMV. To do so, contact a local Idaho drivers license center.

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Idaho residents looking to replace car registrations will have to apply in person at a local Idaho drivers license center. There is no car registration copy application. Residents should speak to a DMV official upon arrival and ask for a car registration replacement. Officials will ask you to present the required documents and information prior to issuing a duplicate car registration.

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Idaho residents with approaching expiration dates on their car registration will receive notices in the mail with specific instructions on how to renew car registrations at their residence. You will typically have the option to renew car registration online or in person at a local Idaho drivers license center. If you do notreceive a car registration renewal notice, contact the DMV to make sure they have your correct address on file.

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Car registrations in Idaho expire on the date listed on the registration card. Car registration renewal dates are a year from the last time you renew expired car registrations.

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