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What are the hours of operation for registration?

I am a New Hampshire resident. How do I register my vehicle?

I recently moved to New Hampshire. How can I register my vehicle?

How much are the fees to register my vehicle?

Where can I obtain information on the conservation (Moose) plate?

I am a New Hampshire resident currently out-of-state, and my vehicle inspection has expired. What can I do?

I purchased a vehicle through a private sale. Can I drive it without plates to get the vehicle home?

I am an out-of-state resident and purchased a vehicle through a private sale in New Hampshire. How can I transport the vehicle home?

I have moved to another state. Am I required to surrender my plates?

What types of payment are accepted?

Does New Hampshire require two license plates to be displayed?

My license plate(s) is missing or damaged. How can I get a replacement(s)?

I have lost my current registration. How can I obtain a replacement?

How can I obtain replacement decals?

How can I notify the DMV of my change of address and/or name?

How can I obtain a walking disability placard?

How do I report abuse of a disability parking space?

How can I obtain initial/vanity plates?

Where can I obtain forms?

Where are the DMV offices located?

Am I required to register my Segway?

Am I required to register my bicycle or scooter?

When can I obtain different plates?

back to topWhat are the hours of operation for registration?

The DMV, Concord and all offices are open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m., except on State Holidays Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol.

back to topI am a New Hampshire resident. How do I register my vehicle?

If the vehicle was purchased from a New Hampshire dealer, take the blue town clerk's copy of the Title Application (TDMV 23A), along with proof of residency, to the town or city where you reside.

If the vehicle was purchased through a private sale and is a titled (RSA 261:4) vehicle (1995 or newer), the properly assigned title, along with proof of residency, to the town or city office where you reside.

If it is a title exempt (RSA 261:3) vehicle, the bill-of-sale is required instead of the title. Submit the bill-of-sale, along with proof of residency, and proof of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) to the town or city office where you reside.

If it is a title exempt vehicle, you will also need to submit a previously issued New Hampshire registration, a valid New Hampshire, or out-of-state title or a completed Verification of Vehicle Identification Number Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (TDMV 19A). A photocopy of the previously issued New Hampshire registration or title is acceptable.

back to topI recently moved to New Hampshire. How can I register my vehicle?

If the vehicle is owned by you, submit the title, along with proof of residency, to the town or city office where you reside.

If the vehicle is leased, there is a lienholder or the vehicle is title exempt, submit the following to the town or city office where you reside:

  • The out-of-state registration.
  • Lease agreement, if applicable.
  • Lienholder's name and address.
  • Proof of residency.

back to topHow much are the fees to register my vehicle?

Registration fees differ for each vehicle. Contact your town or city office.

back to topWhere can I obtain information on the conservation (Moose) plate?

back to topI am a New Hampshire resident currently out-of-state, and my vehicle inspection has expired. What can I do?

You can obtain an inspection permit for up to 30 days. Submit a written request to:

NH Dept. of Safety
DMV - Registration
23 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03305

You can also fax your request to (603) 271-1061.

back to topI purchased a vehicle through a private sale. Can I drive it without plates to get the vehicle home?

No, a twenty (20) day temporary plate is required.

back to topI am an out-of-state resident and purchased a vehicle through a private sale in New Hampshire. How can I transport the vehicle home?

You may obtain a 20 (twenty) day In-Transit Temporary Plate.

back to topI have moved to another state. Am I required to surrender my plates?

No.

back to topWhat types of payment are accepted?

  • Cash (in person only).
  • Check.
  • Money order and/or travelers check.
  • MasterCard or Visa.

back to topDoes New Hampshire require two license plates to be displayed?

Yes.

back to topMy license plate(s) is missing or damaged. How can I get a replacement(s)?

Submit an Application For Replacement Plates and/or Decals Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 125) to the DMV, Concord, or any registration office or any municipal agent office.

There is a replacement fee of $4.00 per plate. Once the form and fee are received, a paper plate and permit to operate the vehicle with one plate will be issued, until the replacement plate is received.

If both plates are missing or damaged, the fee is $8.00 and a replacement set of plates will be issued immediately.

back to topI have lost my current registration. How can I obtain a replacement?

Submit an Application for Copy of Registration Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 110) along with a fee of $15.00, to the DMV, Concord, any registration office or any municipal agent office.

back to topHow can I obtain replacement decals?

Submit an Application for Replacement Plates and/or Decals Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 125), along with a fee of $1.00, to the DMV, Concord, any registration office or any municipal agent office.

back to topHow can I notify the DMV of my change of address and/or name?

Individuals - Submit a Record Change Request Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (DSMV 30). If you have changed your name, you must appear at the DMV, Concord, or any registration office, with a copy of legal documentation noting the change, such as a marriage certificate, civil union certificate or its equivalent, divorce decree, etc.

Corporate - Submit a Corporate Name/Address Change Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 324) along with proof of the change to the: DMV, Concord.

  • Corporate name change: To change a corporate name, you must submit documentation of the official change from the Secretary of State ((603) 271-3242).
  • Proof of address change: Proof shall be a current utility bill, company letterhead, business card, etc.

back to topHow can I obtain a walking disability placard?

You must meet the qualifications set forth in RSA 261:88(c). For parking privileges for persons with a walking disability see RSA 265:74.

Submit an Application for Walking Disability Privileges Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 130) as follows:

  • If requesting your first plate or a permanent placard, appear or mail to:

    NH Dept. of Safety
    DMV - Walking Disability
    23 Hazen Drive
    Concord, NH 03305

  • Plate renewals and temporary placards can be obtained at the DMV, Concord, or any registration office.
  • For more information regarding walking disability privileges, you may go to the Governor's Commission on Disability Website.

back to topHow do I report abuse of a disability parking space?

Unauthorized use of a handicap space should be reported to the local police department in the town or city where the violation occurs. Parking spaces that are designated for handicapped parking may only be occupied by a vehicle driven by, or a vehicle transporting, a person with a walking disability who has been issued a walking disability placard or set of plates.

New Hampshire recognizes disability parking placards or plates from all states; and by law, vehicles with disabled veteran plates from this or any state are allowed to park in these spaces. If you are a person with a walking disabilityand submit clear photographic evidence to the police that someone without a disability parking plate or placard or a disabled veteran's plate, parks in a handicapped parking space or blocks an access aisle, this evidence is sufficient under RSA 265:69 to prove a violation in court. If you have detailed, firsthand knowledge of abuse of a handicap placard or plate, you can write a letter outlining all the facts to the director of motor vehicles. For more information on understanding reserved parking spaces with people with walking disabilities, you may go to the Governor's Commission on Disability Website.

back to topHow can I obtain Initial/Vanity Plates?

Submit an Application for Initial Plates Adobe Acrobat Reader Symbol (RDMV 120) to the DMV in Concord, any registration office or any municipal agent.

back to topWhere can I obtain forms?

The DMV in Concord, any registration office or at any municipal agent.

back to topWhere are the DMV offices located?

DMV Office Locations.

back to topAm I required to register my Segway?

No. You are not required to register your Segway.

back to topAm I required to register my bicycle or scooter?

No. Please check with your town or city office for local requirements.

back to topWhen can I obtain different plates?

We do allow midstream plate changes at an additional cost of $15.00. Depending on plate type requested, additional fees may apply.

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