181-B Routes 31 & 202 Ringoes Nj 08551 (2024)

FAQs

Do I need an appointment at the DMV NJ for title transfer? ›

Appointments are required for: Registration/title transfer for private sale of a new vehicle, boat or trailer. New registration/title.

Walk-ins are only allowed for first time licenses/IDs/permits, name changes, and red decals at Licensing Centers. Other MVC transactions that can't be completed online require an appointment that customers need to schedule at NJMVC.gov. Appointments at Licensing and Vehicle Centers must be scheduled at NJMVC.gov.

We encourage appointments for all inspections and re-inspections. We will service all customers as quickly and efficiently as possible and appointments will be serviced first. "Same Day" appointments may not be made.

Official Site of The State of New Jersey

Visit a driver testing center with your 6 Points of ID and purchase an examination permit. Make an appointment for your knowledge test after purchase of an examination permit.

Keep in mind that every car sold in the state of New Jersey, whether new or used, is subject to a 6.625% sales tax. On a $1 sale, the recipient would have to pay $0.06 tax in addition to their title and registration.

New residents are required to transfer their car title within 60 days of moving to New Jersey. New residents need to provide their driver's license, original title, and proof of insurance; vehicles with liens require title transfer, but the title remains with the lienholder for the loan duration.

The Standard NJ License/ID costs $24; REAL ID costs $35.

Please visit the Bayonne, Rahway, South Plainfield or Edison agencies. Directions to these sites and additional agency locations are available on our website, www.njmvc.gov. Please be advised that, historically, the best times to visit an MVC agency are mid-week, mid-month.

Can I drive my car without inspection sticker in NJ? ›

Please note, however, at any other time, law enforcement has jurisdiction to cite the driver/owner of a vehicle displaying an expired inspection sticker, which could result in fines between $100 and $200 and/or imprisonment for up to 30 days. Additionally, the MVC may revoke registration privileges (N.J.S.A. 39:8-9).

Additionally, cars with dashboard warning lights on will no longer pass inspection. The primary components of the inspection process in New Jersey are emission checks and the status of the check engine light, both of which are crucial for a vehicle to pass inspection.

Walk-ins are only allowed for first time licenses/IDs/permits, name changes, and red decals at Licensing Centers. Other MVC transactions that can't be completed online require an appointment that customers need to schedule at NJMVC.gov.

The second phase of this initiative, launched this spring, transitioned knowledge testing online at the 139 commercial driving schools that are licensed to administer the knowledge test in New Jersey.

More than 40% of people fail their written driving knowledge test the first time they take it. That's almost half! Fortunately, there are plenty of helpful tools out there to help you learn the material before you take the written test.

There are various situations that may require you to request a duplicate title. The best way to do so is to get an appointment to visit a motor vehicle agency.

Can You Drive A Car Without Plates When You Just Bought It? In New Jersey, cars and trucks must be titled, registered, and insured before a licensed driver takes it on the road. Most dealers will issue temporary tags to new customers.

You can change the address on your vehicle's registration online or in person at a New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission office. Do keep in mind that you will need to complete this within seven days of your move, so time is of the essence.

A name change can be processed at any MVC Licensing Center on a walk-in basis. Bring all the required documentation in order to complete this transaction, as well as your “6 points” documents. All documents must be original or certified copies and have the required municipal and/or State seals.