Replacing your license plates
Fees will apply when getting new plates for a vehicle.
For buyers of a vehicle
- You can get regular (mountain background) plates at a vehicle licensing location
- You can get personalized license plates or special design license plates
You can also use plates you already own by transferring them to your vehicle. Fees will still apply.
For sellers of a vehicle
You can:
- Keep the plates of the vehicle you sell to put on another vehicle (fees will apply), or
- Learn how to properly dispose of old plates
If you purchased tabs just before or after you sold the vehicle you may be able to get a refund for the fees you paid.
Do I need to replace my plates?
If a vehicle has changed ownership, you'll need to get new license plates.
Plates don't need to be replaced if:
- You're removing a deceased spouse or domestic partner from the title
- You got your vehicle from:
- your spouse or domestic partner
- a family member as a gift or inheritance
- a trust in which the registered owner or their immediate family members are the beneficiaries of the trust
Mailbox requirements for buyers and sellers
If your mailbox is smaller than 12½" x 6½", the post office may not be able to deliver your new license plates. They'll be returned to the licensing office that mailed them. You must be registered with the post office to receive mail at the address you provide.
Update your Good To Go! account, if needed
f you have a Good To Go! electronic tolling pass, be sure to update the contact information on your account with the Department of Transportation. Update your Good To Go! account online, or call 866-936-8246.
