How to Register a Vehicle
The state of New Jersey allows motorists 10 business days to register their vehicle from the time of acquisition. If the buyer exceeds the allotted time period, they will be forced to pay a fee of $25. Visit a registration office at a New Jersey MVC facility that is suitable for you and bring the following required documents:
- Bill of Sale (Although not legally necessary, it is additional proof confirming the transfer of proprietorship.)
- Certificate of Title (When purchasing a vehicle in a private sale in New Jersey, be sure that you and the former owner sign the back of the title and provide your driver’s license number in the indicated space. There is also an area that requires specific sales tax information. Complete the section and pay any costs associated with the sales tax.)
- A completed Application for Registration – Form BA-49 (Can only be procured from an MVC facility.)
- Social Security Number (original or copy)
- A valid driver’s license number. If you do not have one, bring the necessary elements for a “6 Point ID Verification”. These elements would include:
- 2 Forms of Photo Identification
- A Valid SSN
- & Proof of Address
- Paperwork supporting the claim that the individual registering has a legitimate auto insurance plan (this could be an insurance card, or the person registering can provide the name of the insurance company along with a policy number).
- It is mandatory to provide an Odometer Disclosure Statement within 10 days of the purchase; otherwise, a $25 fee will occur (the form is only required if there is no room to record it on the title).
- Arrange to make the requisite payments towards the cost of registration/titling as well as any tax fees.
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