Q & A / Registration Renewal

Can I Eliminate The Smog Test Requirement If I Use NeedTags?

The DMV is requesting me to get a smog test done from a STAR smog station. By using NeedTags.com do I eliminate the smog certificate request? ...

Why Won't CA Recognize Proof of Insurance From My Company?

Why won't California DMV recognize proof of insurance sent by my insurance company? All vehicle information is on file with the DMV and the insurance company has been the same for years. ...

The DMV Does Not Have Record of My Smog Certificate

The DMV does not have record of my smog certificate. I passed my smog check on 12/28/16 and paid my registration (which expired Mar 2017). A week or so ago, I received a notice that my registration cannot be completed until I get a smog che ...

Can I Renew My Registration If I Have Unpaid Tickets?

Hello. I'm wondering if I can renew my registration even though I have unpaid street sweeping tickets. I'm a little behind on my renewal and barely got together the money to pay for it, but I'm realizing now that I've had some parking ticke ...

How To Register a Boat and Trailer with the California DMV

What information do I need to take to DMV with me to register a boat and trailer? The trailer does not have license plate. ...

I Recently Moved and Need To Renew My Registration

I recently moved to a new address. I got the DMV renewal notice before the move (glad I didn't miss it :)) but I'm worried now that if I send in my payment, the new registration and sticker is going to get mailed to the old address and that ...

Can I Renew My Car's Registration Without a Smog Check?

I received my registration renewal notice and it's asking for a smog check. Can I renew the registration right now, without getting the smog check first? I plan on taking my car in sometime next week, but want to get the renew payment part ...

Trying to Register Car But Don't Have Documents or VIN

I want to register my vehicle online but I don't know my car's VIN number and I don't have the renewal paper. Is it possible to still get this done through you guys? ...

How Safe Is It To Pay DMV Renewal Fees Online?

I'm considering making my registration renewal payment online. I'm just curious how safe it is to do so. I've made purchases online before but usual not for something as important as my car's registration. I just need a little assurance I g ...

Do I Need a DMV Moving Permit To Get a Smog Test?

My registration has expired and I need a smog check to get it current. Do I need to get a permit to move my car to be smogged? I won't be driving it anywhere else, just a few blocks to get a smog test and back. 2018 tags are overdue. ...

Paid Renewal Fees But DMV Won't Give Me New Sticker

I already paid my registration for 2017-2018 but I can't get my sticker? I've been to my local DMV office like 10 times and still nothing. All they tell me is that they're checking on it. I don't know why I am having this issue. I've never ...

Can I Get Temporary Registration Sticker For Chevy Van?

1998, Chevy Van, San Francisco - Registration current as of due date 12/31/16, but smog is not complete as of today. We attempted to trade in our van at a BAR Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) partner company and buy a new used car. Unfort ...

Can I Renew My Registration If I Failed The Smog Test?

Hello. I am in need of help. My registration renewal is due but my car failed the smog check. I don't know when I'll be able to afford getting the repairs made. What can I do in the mean time. If I don't renew by the end of this month I'm g ...

Relocated to NY with my 2013 Hyundai Genesis

Relocated to NY with my 2013 Hyundai Genesis and want to register car in that state. What do I with California license plates? Also, it has expired registration. ...

Did Not Receive Registration Renewal for 2007 Lexus ES300

Hello. I have not received the registration renewal notice for my Lexus. Can I still renew it online or do I need to go into the DMV? Thanks. ...