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How do I obtain first time vehicle registration in Maine? Maine
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Well, the vehicle registration process differs a bit according to whether you bought your car from a dealer or a private seller.
But, here's what to do for either situation.
But, here's what to do for either situation.
How to Apply for a ME Car Registration
- Go to your town clerk's office and pay the excise tax.
- Dealer purchases only: Bring the green dealer's certificate, blue title application (if the car is no more than 15 years old), acceptable proof of insurance, and white and yellow copy of the registration application.
- Private sale purchases only: Bring the bill of sale, properly assigned title (if the car is no more than 15 years old), acceptable proof of insurance, and white and yellow copy of the registration application.
- Pay the applicable registration fees.
- Pay the $33 title fee (private sale purchases only).
- Pay the 5% Maine sales tax (private sale purchases only).
ME Smog Check/Emissions Testing
Only cars registered in Cumberland County need to endure a smog or emissions inspection. And, this happens as part of the registration renewal procedure, not with a car registration.Other ME Register Car Questions
Need to know more about the vehicle registration process, such as if you're relocating to Maine? Call the BMV at (207) 624-9000 ext. 52149 to get your answers.Post Comment for "How do I obtain first time vehicle registration in Maine?"
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