Vehicle Registration and Title Information. DMV Customers have a variety of options to renew their vehicle registration without visiting a DMV office. Renew Online. Use a DMV Now Kiosk to instantly receive a new sticker. Visit a business partner. Notify DMV of the non-operation of a registered vehicle. Frequently Asked Questions Can somebody else renew my registration for me? Yes, another individual can renew expired car registration on your behalf. Make sure you provide that person with the copy of the cars registration certificate or the renewal notice, the fee and proof of.
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Florida uses a metal license plate with the alpha numeric system, meaning there are combinations of letters and numbers used for identification. The renewal sticker denoting the owner's birth month and expiration date is placed in the upper right hand corner of the license plate. The license plate is displayed on the rear of the vehicle with the exception of certain commercial vehicles. The plate is issued to the owner for ten years. The owner will receive a new plate (with new numbers and letters) during the tenth year.
Registration is renewed annually during the owner's birth month and expires at midnight on the owner's birthday. The exceptions to this schedule are: company owned and short-termed lease vehicles are renewed in June; truck-tractors, semi-trailers, trucks weighing over 5000 pounds and nine-passenger seating and over vehicles for hire are renewed in December. Rates are determined by vehicle weight for vehicles and by length for mobile homes, which are due annually by December 31st.
Registration Renewal Notices:
Registration renewal notices are NOT required by state or federal law. Some county Tax Collectors provide a renewal notice that reminds the customer to renew his or her registration each year.
Renewal Registration By Mail
License plates, decals and registration receipts can be mailed to the vehicle owner for a small fee added to the annual rate.
After the initial registration of the vehicle, you may receive a courtesy reminder to renew the license plate. You should receive these card(s) 4 to 6 weeks before your birth month.
You may renew your license plate registration in person at the Tax Collector's Office or by mailing the registration card to the Tax Collector with your check or money order. You may also renew by telephone or on the internet. Click here for instructions. When renewing by telephone, you must have the PIN number from your Registration Renewal Card. Or, if you are renewing by internet, you must either have the PIN number from your Registration Renewal Card or your License Plate number, date of birth of owner, or expiration date of registration. You must also have a valid credit card. Additional fees will be added for mail, telephone, or internet renewals.
NOTE:A Delinquent fee is charged if the registration is not renewed by the 10th of the month following expiration.
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There are specific qualifications and requirements for exemption from proof of Florida insurance.
The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) dictates all drivers must renew their vehicle’s registration every year by 12AM midnight on their birthday. Though, some motorists have exceptions with a 2-year registration renewal window.
The renewal opens 3-months prior to the deadline.
The timeframe provides plenty of time to gather documents and complete the re-registration. You will usually receive a notice telling your renewal is coming soon along with details about fees, date, vehicle info, and renewal methods.
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Car registration renewal in Florida is available:
- In-person
- Online/app
This re-registration does not apply to new out-of-state drivers as they require initial registration.
What’s Needed and Worth Knowing Before Re-Registering
Keep these in mind before you begin the paperwork or drive to the local DMV office:
- Proof of insurance is required
- Delinquent fees occur 11 days after the renewal period
- You cannot renew tags if you have a suspended license
- Fees vary by vehicle type, weight, and purpose
- You may renew tags out-of-state through the online portal
Note #1: Refer to our suspended license page for registration details.
Note #2: Florida’s insurance coverage requirements include $10000 (PIP) and $10000 (PDL).
How to Renew Your Florida Registration
Vehicle re-registration carries mostly similar processes for typical drivers to military personnel. Military members are exempt from delinquent fees. Someone may re-register on your behalf if they have the information.
These are the specifics when registering through the different options:
Renewing Online
Renewing online is the easiest option:
- Visit the FL GoRenew website
- Enter your driving information
- Driver’s license number
- Vehicle plate number
- Vehicle’s VIN
- Transaction number found on the notice
- Fill in your personal information (DoB, SSN, address)
- Confirm the details and pay the renewal fee
You’ll receive the registration tag by mail in about 7-10 days after completing the online process. The DHSMV also offers a mobile app featuring this same process for that on-the-go.
Renewing In-Person
Take a trip to the local FL DMV with these items:
- Renewal notice
- Driver’s license or ID
- Proof of auto insurance
- Funds for the registration renewal fee
You’ll receive the tag letting you place it in the parking lot, or later if you prefer.
Renewing by Mail
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Mail renewal is available but slower so it’s best to send early – you’ll include:
- Renewal fee addressed to the county tax collector’s office
- Proof of auto insurance
It may take up to a month to receive your renewed tag.
Where’s My Renewal Tag?
You may check with the Florida DMV via:
- Phone: (850) 617-2000
- Online: http://www.flhsmv.gov/html/online.html