A car registration in Oklahoma is a legal document that motorists need to obtain prior to operating their motor vehicles on public roads within the state. The Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) of the Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC) issues vehicle registration and license plates for all types of motor vehicles after drivers satisfy the mandatory requirements and criteria. However, th requirements may vary from one vehicle to another, depending on the type and use of the motor vehicle, and in some cases, depending on the special qualification of the vehicle’s owner.

To begin the DMV registration procedure, motorists need to prepare certain documentation and payment for the applicable fees. Note that the procedure and the paperwork itself may differ based on the residential status of the vehicle owner or the type of the vehicle. To discover more information about registration procedures, continue reading the following sections.

Oklahoma Car Registration Requirements

As part of the car registration requirements in Oklahoma, motorists may be required to provide mandatory documentation along with payment for the applicable fees. However, the OK MVD also requires vehicle owners to obtain a car insurance in order to complete the registration procedure.

Car Insurance Requirements for Registering a Car in Oklahoma

The process of registering a car in Oklahoma requires motorists to submit proof of liability insurance for motor vehicles. Minimum OK liability coverage amounts include the following:

• $25,000 for bodily injury for one person per accident
• $50,000 for bodily injury for all persons in one accident
• $25,000 for property damage per accident

The proof of car insurance that motorists will have to provide for a vehicle registration procedure will be an insurance security verification form. This form must contain the name of the insured person, name, address and five-digit NAIC company code of the carrier, as well as the name, address and phone number for security verification. Moreover, it must include the year, make and VIN of each insured vehicle, as well as the policy number, the inclusive dates of the liability policy, the notice about the owner’s policy issuance and a warning to the vehicle owners that they must surrender one copy of the verification form upon registration and carry one copy in the vehicle.

Military members who are registering a car in Oklahoma from within the state or out of the state but stationed in OK will also need to provide an insurance policy or bond that will confirm their liability insurance coverage. Members of the military who are stationed out of the state may choose to get the policy either from Oklahoma or from the state in which they are stationed.

Vehicle Inspection/Smog Inspection/VIN Inspection Requirements in Oklahoma

Although a vehicle inspection is not strictly required as part of the Oklahoma car registration procedure, it may be a requirement for registering an out-of-state vehicle. Namely, vehicles that have been used out of the state may be registered and titled in Oklahoma only after a vehicle inspection. For more information about the inspection requirements in Oklahoma, contact the local tag agency office.

Registering a Vehicle in Oklahoma

Motorists who want to perform an Oklahoma DMV registration procedure need to know which vehicles must be registered and how the procedures may vary. An annual car registration is mandatory for all motor vehicles, boats and outboard motors in excess of 10 horsepower. The only exception to this rule is for salvage or junk vehicles with a corresponding title. However, vehicles, boats and motors that are not in use are not exempt from registering.

The vehicle registration process may vary based on the type of motor vehicle, the use of the vehicle and the special qualification of the vehicle’s owner. Regardless of the type of registration, motorists may complete the procedure at a local Oklahoma motor license agency by providing the following documents:

• Completed Application for Oklahoma Certificate of Title for a Vehicle (form 701-6)
• Proof of ownership:
  • Manufacturer’s certificate of origin (MCO) when registering new vehicles
  • Car title, when registering used vehicles
  • Out-of-state vehicle title, for new residents
• Proof of car insurance
• Payment for the applicable title and car registration fees

In certain situations, motorists may also have to inspect their vehicles before getting the car titles.

How to Register a Car in Oklahoma as a New Resident

New residents who want to perform an Oklahoma car registration procedure need to visit a local tag agency office within 30 days of their move to OK in order to apply for a title and registration at the same time. The most important documents that new residents must provide are the following:

• Proof of ownership, such as out-of-state title or registration
• Proof of OK compliant liability insurance coverage
• Physical inspection of out-of-state used vehicles to verify their VIN and odometer reading

Vehicle Registration for Military Members in Oklahoma

Military members who want to apply for a DMV registration in Oklahoma may be eligible to get reduced registration fees as part of the registration procedure. Military members who are either OK residents or are stationed in OK on active duty will have to provide the following documents:

• Completed U.S. Armed Forces Affidavit (form 779), attested to by an officer
• Insurance verification form
• Reduced fee payment
• Payment for an insurance verification fee of $1.50

Oklahoma License Plates

At the end of the Oklahoma DMV registration procedure, motorists will receive license plates that they need to place on their motor vehicles. The OTC issues standard license plates, special license plates and personalized license plates for organizations, military members and veterans. Each type of license plate requires applicants to complete different forms.

Disabled people may be eligible to apply for a disabled parking plate.

Oklahoma Car Registration Fees

Payment for the car registration cost in Oklahoma is required from owners of automobiles, noncommercial and nonagricultural trucks, travel trailers and motorhomes. The car registration fees may vary based on the year of registration, such as:

• $96 – first through fourth year of registration
• $86 – fifth through eighth year of registration
• $66 – ninth through 12th year of registration
• $46 – 13th through 16th year of registration
• $26 – 17th year of registration and over
• $26 – reduced fee for military members

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