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In some cases, the LA OMV may have different requirements to register certain vehicles. Read below to learn more. [links]
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In some cases, the LA OMV may have different requirements to register certain vehicles. Read below to learn more. [links]
If you register your vehicle in person, you can pay with: [links]
When you buy a vehicle, you must register it with the Louisiana OMV within 40 days of the purchase date. more
NOTE: If your vehicle is financed, you'll also pay a fee to have the lien recorded. The fee varies based on the documentation you provide. [links]
To legally operate your vehicle in Louisiana, you must register it with the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) either in person or by mail. You will need to provide various documents, including proof of ownership and proof of car insurance. Registration fees and taxes vary based on your vehicle and which parish you live in. New Louisiana residents should be prepared to supply out-of-state title and registration.
Louisiana vehicles must pass a safety inspection. [links]
Your license plate must have a decal that shows when the tag expires. The decal is issued when you register your vehicle and renew your registration.
You must register a vehicle with the LA OMV if you: more
When you renew, you'll get a new expiration decal to put on your plate. Put it over the previous decal. here
This is also known as a registration renewal. The Sticker on your License Plate coincides with the expiration year on the Registration kept in your glove compartment. ABC Title can renew your Plate and get you back on the road in just a few minutes.
Plan on cancelling your insurance? Sold your car? Wrecked your car? Save yourself future headaches and fines by cancelling your plate online, or by reporting your sale online. Do you want to keep the plate on your car so the Parish won’t sticker it, but still want to put a hold on your insurance because you aren’t driving it? Then a statement of non-use is what you need.
Louisiana has dozens of Specialized License Plates from which car owners can choose. Chances are your local DMV does not stock them all. However, one of your local ABC Title Public Tag Agencies probably do! Colleges, High Schools, Special Interests, Industry or Military, there is probably a plate out there that fits your interests. Click here to check the list and call a local ABC for availability.
When you register your trailer, you'll need to pay a registration fee which varies depending on the weight. For more fee information, visit the Louisiana OMV website. more
If you need to register a custom-built car, you will first need to have a vehicle identification number (VIN) assigned, if you haven't done so already. Contact your local LA State Police Troop to make an appointment. You will need to provide the assigned officer with proof that you own all parts of the vehicle, using bills of sales, receipts, or invoices for all major components. here
If you're interested in registering a homemade trailer, the first step is to contact your local Louisiana State Police Troop to arrange for an inspection. After the inspection, the trooper will issue a vehicle identification number (VIN) that will allow you to complete the rest of the registration process at a local LA OMV office. You are required to obtain a VIN, because this number is what uniquely identifies your trailer.
For more information about registering and titling your boat in Louisiana, see our Boat Registration & Licenses page. [links]