Frequently asked questions.

What do I need to bring to renew my registration?

  • Tag Number

  • Florida insurance card

What do I need if I purchased a vehicle from a private party and need to title the vehicle and get a plate?

  • Buyer needs to bring title properly filled out with seller’s signature, purchaser’s signature, selling price and the odometer reading. If title is filled out correctly seller does not need to be present

  • Buyer needs to bring Florida insurance and DL

  • Sales tax will be collected on selling price

For out of State title transfers:

  • Original out of state title clear of all liens

  • Vehicle must be present for vin and odometer verification

  • Proof of Florida insurance

  • Valid DL

  • Owner must be present

  • (If vehicle was purchased from out of state make sure title is filled out with selling price and both seller and buyers signature). *Sales tax will be collected on purchase price of the vehicle or vessel*

What do I need for out of state titles when the vehicle is still being financed?

  • Owner must come in so we can apply for the title to the out of state lien holder.

  • We need a copy of the registration, lien holders name, address, account number and fax.

  • If your license plate is expired, we will issue a 30 day temporary plate with proof of Florida insurance

  • Once title arrives, we will contact you so you may bring the vehicle in for inspection. Once transaction is complete the lien holder will receive the new Florida title

What paper work do I need to bring to register a trailer?

  • Trailers that weigh under 2,000 pounds are not titled.

  • If the trailer is bought brand new, you will need to bring a manufactures statement of origin, bill of sale or invoice from the seller and taxes will be collected if applicable.

  • If the trailer was purchased used you will need to bring sellers registration and you will need a bill of sale.

  • If your trailer is home made you will have to weigh the trailer at a certified weigh station.

What do I need to get a handicapped permit?

  • You will need to bring form 83039 application for disabled person parking permit accurately completed, including the “physician’s statement of certification” section verifying the disability.

  • A Florida driver’s license or Florida Identification card is required.

What do I need if my license plate or decal was stolen?

  • You will need to obtain a case number from the police department.

  • Bring your current registration.

  • Bring your Florida driver’s license.

  • Owner must be present.

What do I do if I renewed my registration by mail or internet and I never received anything?

  • Owner must come into our office with driver’s license.

When is a late fee applied?

  • A late fee is applied on the 11th day of the next month following your renewal period.