Out-of-State Vehicle Registration
Registering a car, truck or motorcycle in California after bringing it from another state? We can help you work through the California registration requirements.
Common Out-of-State Situations
- Recently moved to California
- Purchased a vehicle from an out-of-state dealer
- Bought a used vehicle with another state's title
- Vehicle currently registered in another state
- Motorcycle or truck coming into California
What to bring
Requirements vary. Typically, bring your current title/ownership documents, registration, identification and any purchase paperwork you have. Contact us before coming in so we can review your situation.
Out-of-State Dealer Transactions
We also work with dealers selling vehicles to California residents and can assist with registration/title processing questions.
California Registration for Vehicles Coming From Another State
Out-of-state registration can involve different documents depending on how you acquired the vehicle, where it is currently titled, and whether it was purchased from a private party or dealer. Our Oakland office helps customers organize the paperwork for California registration and identify when vehicle verification or additional title documents may be needed.
Purchased From an Out-of-State Dealer
We assist California buyers and dealers with registration and title paperwork for vehicles sold across state lines.
Moving a Vehicle Into California
Bring your current ownership and registration documents so we can review the transaction and explain the next steps.