New Resident Tip Sheet

Items Needed for Typical Transfers

DRIVER LICENSE

• Your Valid, State-Issued Driver License or ID Card
  This must contain your name and date of birth. If your license is expired, suspended or revoked, contact us to determine what you need to do. You must surrender this and it will be returned to your previous state for cancellation. You must also provide additional proof of identity as outlined below.
• Proof of Your Social Security Number
  If your social security number is not printed on your driver license, you will need to bring your social security card or other proof of your number.
• Additional Proof of Identity
  We do not accept other states’ licenses, instruction permits or ID cards as proof of identity. Please bring one of the documents listed in addition to your license, permit or ID card.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION

• Nevada Proof of Liability Insurance
  Out of state insurance is not acceptable. If your insurance is with a large, national company, you must notify the company that you have moved to Nevada. Make sure the name(s) on your insurance and registration match exactly. Motorists who do not maintain coverage from a Nevada-licensed carrier are subject to a registration suspension and reinstatement fee. You must notify your agent or company that you have moved to Nevada or purchase a policy here.
• Nevada Smog Check Certificate (If Needed)
  Emissions inspections are required on gasoline and diesel powered cars and trucks, 1968 and newer, based in and around the Las Vegas and Reno areas. New vehicles are exempt on their first and second registrations. Diesel vehicles with a manufacturers gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight are also exempt. You must have the test completed in Nevada.
• Your Current Registration Slip(s)
  Nearly all trailers must be registered and titled.
• Title(s), Unless Held By Lien holder
  You have the option of retaining your out-of-state title. We strongly suggest getting a Nevada title if possible.
• VIN Check(s)
  Vehicle Identification Number inspections are done at DMV offices. At larger offices, drive to the inspection station outside the main office first. In the Minden area, visit an Authorized Inspection Station.
• Your Out-of-State License Plates
  Bring them into the office with you.
• Fees - Cash, Check, Money Order, E- Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex
  Use our online fee quote service for an estimate of registration fees, which are partially based on vehicle value. Have your VIN ready and click here or log on to www.dmvnv.com.

Driving Tests
All applicants take a vision test. Other tests will be waived if:

• You are age 25 or older and have no special restrictions, and
• Your out-of-state license is valid and you are applying for the same class of license, and

• You have no more than 2 moving violations, no suspensions, revocations, cancellations or denials in the past 4 years and no DUI conviction within the past 7 years.

If you do not meet all of these requirements, you will have to take a written test and possibly a skills test. All license applications are checked through the national Problem Driver Pointer System.
Special driver license testing and endorsements are required to tow multiple trailers or trailers in excess of 10,000 pounds.

Motor Voter
You can register to vote while applying for your driver license.

Handicapped Parking
Nevada issues a placard which can be used on any vehicle or special license plates. The disabled resident must obtain a DMV application and have it signed by a licensed physician.  See License Plates. Temporary placards are also available for short-term disabilities.

Personalized/Specialty License Plates
Personalized plates are limited to 7 letters and/or numbers. Specialty plates are available for Nevada universities, veterans, Purple Heart recipients, Ex-Prisoners of War, classic cars and a number of special groups and charitable causes. You may order personalized plates in advance of moving to Nevada.  Visit our web site for details.

Motorcycles & Mopeds
Motorcyclists are required to wear helmets and possess a Class M license. Nevada transfers most motorcycle endorsements.
Mopeds 50cc or less, with less than 2 horsepower, do not have to be registered and you do not need a Class M license. However, you must have a valid Class C or higher license.

Boats
Water vessels are registered with the Nevada Division of Wildlife. Trailers are registered with DMV.