How Do I Register A Vehicle In Wisconsin

When you purchase a vehicle, receive it as a gift, or you are a new Wisconsin resident, you must immediately apply for a new Document of Title in your name. This document proves that you own the vehicle. Never buy a vehicle without receiving a title signed by the previous owner.

If you bought this vehicle through a licensed Wisconsin dealer, the dealer submits the title and registration paperwork for yous.

You must display Wisconsin license plates or temporary plate within 2 business days of purchase to legally operate your vehicle.

Select the box beneath for links and data on how to title and/or register your vehicle in Wisconsin.

Apply online for both title AND get new plates

Wisconsin and out-of-state titles can be used to use online. Annotation: you can apply online for both a Wisconsin title AND plates.

You lot tin easily apply online for either standard license plates or special plates (if eligible) for these vehicles (vehicle types marked with * volition exist able to print a Temporary Plate if eligible):

Automobiles and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs)*
Autocycles*
Light trucks (<viii,000 lbs.*, or farm trucks at 12,000 lbs.)
Motorcycles (special plates not available online)
Moped (special plates not available online)
Recreational Vehicle Trailers (campers and mobile homes nether 40 feet) (special plates not available online)

Most special plates are bachelor for automobiles, SUVs, autocycles, and calorie-free trucks. eMV Public is not available for personalized plates or plates that require approval or eligibility verification (e.one thousand. Armed services, Firefighter, Operating Engineer, Collector/Hobbyist). Please submit the advisable application and fees by mail for these plates. See Special plates for specific plate requirements and applications.

How to utilise:

i. Review the restrictions.

2. Have these ready:

A printer with 8.5 by 11-inch paper to print off the required documents.
A Wisconsin Driver License or Identification card, final four digits of your Social Security number and engagement of birth. Here'due south how to obtain a commuter license with a valid out-of-state license.
The vehicle title, signed past the seller(s), including:

An odometer reading completed past the seller(s) on the dorsum of the title for vehicles less than twenty model years old.
A lien release if at that place is a lien holder listed on the front of the title and the loan is paid off.

Payment Information

Your credit or debit bill of fare will be charged a convenience fee for this service.
OR
Checking/savings account using ACH (Automated Clearing Business firm) and avoid the convenience fee.

iii. Complete the online process.

By selecting the "Start Now" button beneath, you acknowledge that you sympathize and agree to the post-obit:

I concur that by completing this online awarding:

I am obligated to mail service the required documents to the section for completion of my vehicle transaction.
The fees required for this transaction cannot be refunded.
Junk vehicles are not eligible for WI title or registration.
Save vehicles are eligible for title but.

four. Retrieve to post the following items after yous pay and complete your online transaction:

Title and License Plate eApplication/Receipt
Valid original title signed past the seller. If there are whatsoever alterations on championship, complete Statement of Intent MV2489
A valid, original lien release if the vehicle currently has a lien.

Transport to:

WisDOT-eMV Public
P.O. Box 7907
Madison, WI 53707-7907

Click the 'START At present' button below to get started.

Start At present

This service may not be bachelor on Sundays from vi a.k.–9 a.m. due to regular organisation maintenance.

VIN error note: If you receive an mistake while entering the VIN, we are unable to recognize the vehicle. Please mail service in your awarding.

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Apply online for both title AND transfer existing plates

Wisconsin and out-of-state titles can be used to utilize online. Use this online process to employ for both a Wisconsin title and to transfer existing plates. A temporary plate cannot be issued.

The following plate types can be transferred using the online services for these vehicles:

Automobiles and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Autocycles
Light trucks (<eight,000 lbs., or farm trucks at 12,000 lbs.)
Motorcycles (special plates non available online)
Mopeds (special plates non bachelor online)
Recreational Vehicle Trailers (campers and mobile homes under 40 feet) (special plates non available online)

Special plates for specific plate requirements and applications.

How to apply:

one. Review the restrictions.

2. Have these ready:

A printer with 8.v by eleven-inch paper to print off the required documents
A Wisconsin Commuter License or ID bill of fare, terminal four digits of your Social Security number and engagement of birth. Here's how to obtain a driver license with a valid out-of-land license.
The vehicle title, signed by the seller(south), including:

An odometer reading completed by the seller(s) on the dorsum of the title for vehicles less than xx model years old.
A lien release if there is a lien holder listed on the front of the title and the loan is paid off

Payment Information

Your credit or debit card volition be charged a convenience fee for this service
OR
Checking/savings account using ACH (Automated Clearing Business firm) and avert the convenience fee

3. Start now to complete the online procedure.

By selecting the "First Now" button below, you acknowledge that yous empathize and agree to the following:

I agree that past completing this online application:

I am obligated to mail the required documents to the department for completion of my vehicle transaction
The fees required for this transaction cannot exist refunded
Junk vehicles are not eligible for WI title or registration
Salvage vehicles are eligible for title but

iv. Remember to postal service the following items after you pay and consummate your online transaction:

Title and License Plate eApplication/Receipt
Valid original title signed by the seller. If there are any alterations on championship, complete Statement of Intent MV2489
A valid, original lien release if the vehicle currently has a lien

Send to:

WisDOT-eMV Public
P.O. Box 7907
Madison, WI 53707-7907

Click the 'START Now' push button beneath to get started.

Start At present

This service may not be available on Sundays from six a.m.–9 a.m. due to regular system maintenance.

VIN fault notation: If yous receive an error while entering the VIN, we are unable to recognize the vehicle. Please mail in your application.

More DMV client how-to guides

Utilize online for a title only (not driving vehicle)

Apply online for title only (no plates needed). In this application y'all will non exist able to apply for new plates or transfer plates. See other options on this page if you need plates. Wisconsin and out-of-country titles can exist candy online.

You can easily apply for a title-simply with the online service for these vehicles:

Automobiles and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Autocycles
Low-cal trucks (8,000 pounds or less, or farm trucks at 12,000 lbs.)
Motorcycles
Mopeds
Recreational Vehicle Trailers (campers and mobile homes under forty anxiety)

How to employ:

1. Review the restrictions.

2. Have these ready:

A printer with eight.5 by 11-inch paper to print the required documents.
A Wisconsin Driver License or Identification menu, last 4 digits of your Social Security number and date of birth. Here's how to obtain a driver license with a valid out-of-state license.
The vehicle championship, signed by the seller(s), including:

An odometer reading completed past the seller(south) on the back of the title for vehicles less than xx model years sometime.

Payment Information

Your credit or debit card will be charged a convenience fee for this service.
OR
Checking/savings account using ACH (Automated Immigration House) and avoid the convenience fee.

3. Complete the online process.

By selecting the "START NOW" push beneath, y'all acknowledge that yous sympathize and agree to the post-obit:

I agree that by completing this online application:

I am obligated to mail the required documents to the department for completion of my vehicle transaction.
The fees required for this transaction cannot be refunded.
Junk vehicles are not eligible for WI title or registration
Salve vehicles are eligible for championship only
You will non be able to legally operate the vehicle on Wisconsin roads

You lot will not be eligible for a Temporary Plate

iv. Remember to mail the following items after you pay and complete your online transaction:

Title and License eApplication/Receipt.
Valid original title signed past the seller. If at that place are any alterations on title, complete Statement of Intent MV2489
A valid, original lien release if the vehicle currently has a lien.

Send to:

WisDOT-eMV Public
P.O. Box 7907
Madison, WI 53707-7907

Click the 'Beginning At present' button below to get started.

Start Now

DMV client how-to guides

In-person services for a title and plates

Utilise in person

If you are a new resident to Wisconsin, view the new resident page for everything you lot need.

Yous must display Wisconsin license plates or temporary plate within two business days of purchase to legally operate your vehicle.

Have these ready:

The Certificate of Championship (not a photocopy), signed by the seller(s), including:

An odometer reading completed by the seller(southward) on the back of the title for vehicles less than 20 model years onetime.
A lien release if at that place is a lien holder listed on the front of the title and the loan is paid off.

Driver license/identification carte equally proof of identity
Payment data

There is a $5 counter service fee for in-person service

Cash, check/coin society, credit/debit (convenience fee applies)

For faster service:

Bring a pre-filled MV1 Application which will also assistance summate fees.

Download, complete and bring the MV1 application. Instructions on how to consummate and calculate fees are included.

Find your closest DMV Service Heart

Other options to apply in person:

Wisconsin allows third-party agencies to process title transfers and outcome new plates for walk-in customers.

DMV title/registration service agents
Temporary license plate agents

Note: Titles are printed and mailed from the Wisconsin Section of Transportation, Segmentation of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Madison.

Complete the MV1 Awarding online or download MV1 in accelerate.

DMV client how-to video guides volition help you complete each section of the MV1 awarding. MV1 department.

Mail-in application for championship and/or plates

How to apply past mail for title/registration (plates)

You must display Wisconsin license plates or temporary plate inside two concern days of purchase to legally operate your vehicle.

Note: Processing times will be longer for mailed in applications. If yous would like to utilize online to receive your title and license plates faster (including a temporary plate) see to a higher place.

Accept these ready:

A printer with 8.5 past 11-inch paper to print off the required documents.
The Certificate of Title (not a photocopy) signed by the previous owner.

An odometer reading completed past the seller(s) on the back of the title for vehicles less than xx model years quondam.
If at that place are any alterations on the title, complete Argument of Intent MV2489.

A Wisconsin Title and License Plate application (MV1). Utilize this MV1 Application to pre-fill awarding and calculate fees. Included will exist a summary sheet explaining how to submit all documents and payment.

If you would like a special plate, include a class for your special plate.
If you do not use the MV1 Application, please print out and complete a Wisconsin Title and License Plate application MV1 sign (make a copy for your records) and include these fees:

Registration fee for either a license plate transfer or, new plates, or renewal if your current plates expire within the next three months. To legally operate the vehicle on Wisconsin roads, it needs to be registered.
Title fee
Sales taxation (if applicable)
Local sales tax (if applicative)
Wheel taxation (if applicable)
Electric or hybrid electric vehicle fuel surcharge (if applicable)

The Client how-to guides volition assist you complete each section of the MV1 form.

Practise not send cash. Brand check or money order payable to: Registration Fee Trust

Ship to:

WI Dept. of Transportation
P.O. Box 7949
Madison, WI 53707-7949

Options to utilize for license plates (WI title already in your name)

If you are a new resident to Wisconsin, go to the new resident webpage for information on everything y'all demand.

If you practice not take license plates for a vehicle titled in your name (never had plates, or the plates were transferred to another vehicle) you must employ for new plates to operate the vehicle. See replacement plates if your plates were lost, stolen or damaged.

View list of special license plates that can be applied for through this online awarding.

Before you lot get started:

You lot must be the owner or lessee of the vehicle to apply for license plates.

Must be an individual, non a business

Review the restrictions page to check whether this online service will work for you lot.
A new license plate number, certificate of registration and stickers will be issued to y'all (add this further now)
A certificate of registration with your new license plate number will exist emailed to you lot. Please go on it with y'all when operating the vehicle.
Please bank check your vehicle title to see if the torso manner on the title shows 'UNKNOWN' (see example). If so, please contact the Wisconsin DMV past using the below e-mail before using this organisation. Include the title number or VIN.

Utilize online

Accept these set up:

Your Wisconsin Driver License or ID Card number
The final four digits of your Social Security number
Your date of birth

Your full proper noun
Your complete Social Security number
Your date of birth

AND

A printer with 8.five by 11-inch paper to impress a certificate of registration and temporary license plate, when applicable
A valid email accost
The vehicle identification number (VIN) for the vehicle establish on the vehicle
Payment Information

Credit/debit card (convenience fee applies) or
Checking/savings account and avert the convenience fee

You should receive license plate(due south) and expiration stickers in the mail within four weeks after completing the online application.

Click the 'START NOW' button below to get started.

Start Now

Once the online transaction is completed, yous cannot abolish it or receive a refund. Verify that y'all have entered the information correctly before completing payment information.

This service may not be available on Sundays from vi a.g.–nine a.m. due to regular system maintenance.

Apply by mail

Have these ready:

A printer with eight.5 by xi-inch newspaper to print off the required documents
A completed Wisconsin Title and License Plate Application (MV1). Use this online MV1 Application to pre-fill the application and calculate fees or download MV1. Included will exist a summary canvas explaining how to submit all documents and payment. This class must exist signed by the current owner on tape.
Payment information

Make check or money order (practice non send greenbacks made payable to: Registration Fee Trust

Transport to:
WI Dept. of Transportation
P.O. Box 7949
Madison, WI 53707-7949

Annotation: If applying for personalized plates or plates that require approval or eligibility verification (due east.g. Military, Firefighter, Operating Engineer, Collector/Hobbyist). Please submit the appropriate awarding and fees past mail service for these plates. See Special plates for specific plate requirements and applications.

Apply in person

Have these ready:

Driver license/identification carte du jour every bit proof of identity
Payment for your license plates
In addition, at that place is a $five counter service fee
Payment options

Greenbacks, cheque/coin order, credit/debit (convenience fee applies)

For faster service:

Bring a pre-filled MV1 Awarding which volition likewise aid calculate fees

Download, complete and bring the MV1 application. Instructions on how to complete and calculate fees are included.

Find your closest DMV Service Center

DMV customer how-to video guides will aid you lot complete each department of the MV1 form.

Options to transfer license plates (WI championship already in your name)

If the vehicle is not titled in your name, select "Apply online for both title AND transfer existing plates" in a higher place.

If the vehicle championship is already in your proper noun, and you have current Wisconsin license plates in your name from another vehicle that you no longer own or operate, yous tin transfer plates to the first vehicle. Both vehicles must be the same type (case: transfer plates from auto to car, or truck to same weight grade truck).

Plates are transferable between spouses or same sexual activity domestic partners
Examples where transferring plates is not valid and requires new registration: parent or grandparent to child; between friends

View listing of special license plates that can exist transferred through the online application.

Before you get started:

There is no fee for this service if y'all are transferring unexpired license plates
You lot must exist the owner or lessee of the vehicle to transfer license plates

Must exist an private not a business

Review the restrictions page to check whether this online service will work for you
A new document of registration with your new vehicle data volition exist emailed to y'all
Please check your vehicle title to see if the trunk style on the championship shows 'UNKNOWN' (meet instance). If so, delight contact the Wisconsin DMV by using the beneath email before using this system. Include the title number or VIN.

Apply online

Have these fix:

Your Wisconsin Commuter License or ID Card number
The last 4 digits of your Social Security number
Your date of birth

Your full proper name
Your complete Social Security Number
Your appointment of birth

AND

A printer with standard white eight.5 x xi-inch paper to impress a certificate of registration and temporary license plate, when applicative
A valid electronic mail accost
The vehicle identification number (VIN) for the vehicle found on the vehicle
Payment Information

Credit/debit card (convenience fee applies) or
Checking/savings account and avoid the convenience fee

Click the 'START Now' push below to get started.

Start At present

This service may not be available on Sundays from half-dozen a.m.–9 a.grand. due to regular system maintenance.

Apply by mail

Have these ready:

A printer with 8.5 by 11-inch paper to print off the required documents
Complete Championship and Registration Awarding form (online with MV1 Application or download MV1) using the plate number y'all want to transfer. Included will exist a summary sheet explaining how to submit all documents and payment. This grade must be signed by the current owner on record.
If the plate being transferred has expired or will expire in 60 days, you must postal service a check or money order (encounter the license plate fee) to renew and ship with the MV1 awarding. Do non ship cash, make bank check payable to: Registration Fee Trust
Ship to:
WI Dept. of Transportation
P.O. Box 7949
Madison, WI 53707-7949

NOTE: If transferring personalized plates or plates that require approving or eligibility verification (eastward.grand. Military, Firefighter, Operating Engineer, Collector/Hobbyist). Please submit the appropriate application and fees past postal service for these plates. See Special plates for specific plate requirements and applications.

Employ in person

Take these prepare:

Driver license/identification card as proof of identity
Payment for your license plates if renewing
In addition, there is a $five counter service fee
Payment options

Greenbacks, cheque/coin order, credit/debit (convenience fee applies)

For faster service:

Bring a pre-filled MV1 Application which will also assist calculate fees

Download, complete and bring the MV1 application. Instructions on how to complete and summate fees are included.

Find your closest DMV Service Center

DMV customer how-to video guides will help you consummate each section of the MV1 form

Check when you can expect to receive your certificate of championship, registration, license plates or renewal stickers. Come across processing times for DMV products.

How Do I Register A Vehicle In Wisconsin,

Source: https://wisconsindot.gov/pages/online-srvcs/title-vehicle/emvpublicdefault.aspx

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