If you are a new resident of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and you have a vehicle that doesn't have a Florida title or license, you will need to follow a few simple steps. In this article, we will provide you with all the information you need to know to complete the registration process.
- Registering your vehicle in Fort Lauderdale, FL
If you are a new resident in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with an out-of-state vehicle, or you’ve recently bought a new car, you must register it with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) within 30 days. The process of registering a vehicle in Florida is relatively simple and can be completed online or in person via a courier such as Auto Tags of Florida.
To register your vehicle, you will need to provide your vehicle information, proof of insurance, and payment for the registration paperwork. Make sure you have your proof of residency in Florida handy, via a Florida driver’s license or a bill/official letter with your name and your address in Fort Lauderdale, or neighboring towns in Broward county.
If you would rather register your vehicle in person, you can visit our office in Pompano Beach, just north of Fort Lauderdale. When visiting the office, you will need to provide your vehicle information, proof of insurance, proof of ownership, and payment.
- What documents do you need to register your car in Fort Lauderdale, FL
If you're new to Florida, or just moving to the Fort Lauderdale area, you'll need to know how to register your car with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Here's a list of the documents you'll need:
- Proof of car insurance
- Proof of vehicle ownership (title, bill of sale, etc.)
- Proof of Florida residency (driver's license, utility bill, etc.)
- Proof of inspection, if the vehicle is an out-of-country import without a US title.
- Registration fee
You can register your car online, by mail, or in person via our courier service. Be sure to do your homework ahead of time, as the registration process can be a bit complicated if you don’t have the right paperwork. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.
- Fees you'll have to pay to register your car in Fort Lauderdale, FL
If you're a new resident in Fort Lauderdale, FL and you want to register your car, you'll have to pay several fees. The fees include a registration fee, a license plate fee, and a title fee. In addition, you'll also have to pay sales tax on the car, unless you can provide proof that sales tax was already paid. The amount of tax you'll have to pay depends on the value of the car.
- Contact us to make the process as easy as possible.
If you're looking to get your car registered in Fort Lauderdale, FL, you can count on our team to make the process as easy as possible. We'll take care of all the paperwork for you, and we'll make sure that everything is in order before you hit the road. Contact us today to get started!
