Overall, AZ car tags include standard plates, disability plates, university plates, military plates, alternative fuel plates or plates for causes or organizations such as the Childhood Cancer Research, Girl Scouts or the White Mountain Apache Tribe. If you purchase a vehicle from a private seller but wish to drive the car before your new registration plates arrive, you may purchase a restricted three-day permit or day general permit from the DOT.
After purchasing a new or used vehicle, you must apply for new registration plates within 15 days of acquiring the vehicle. Overall, you will apply for these plates upon completing an application form to title and register your vehicle. If you purchase a car from a private seller, you must apply for an Arizona DOT car tag by completing a different application form and submitting it in person at a DOT branch or authorized third-party facility.
Conversely, if you purchase the vehicle from a licensed dealership rather than a private seller, the dealer will generally submit the car registration plates application on your behalf. During the Arizona license plate renewal process, you will simultaneously complete the vehicle registration renewal process as well as your license plate decals.
When renewing license plate decals, you may complete the process online or over the phone. If renewing your car tag online, you must pay for the applicable fees by using a credit card. Motorists may replace AZ car tags if their plates sustain damages, go missing or become illegible. For renewal information and instructions, see our Registration Renewal guide. If your license plate or expiration tab has been lost, stolen, or damaged, you can apply for replacements from the Arizona MVD.
If your license plates were lost or stolen, you can file a police report in case your tags are illegally used; however, a police report is NOT required. NOTE : Third-party tag offices may charge additional service fees.
To apply for tabs in person at an Arizona MVD or tag office , you'll need:. In Arizona, the license plate belongs to you , and not your car. That means that when you sell your car, you will need to:. You may need to surrender your license plates if you get a new type of plate or otherwise do not need your license plate any longer. For more information contact the Arizona MVD:. The fees below DO NOT include service fees, postage fees, or fees for related services you may need to pay.
License Plate Replacements Replacement license plates can be ordered: By mail. In person. To apply by mail , send: A Plate Notice Form AND First class postage to have your plates or stickers mailed to you. Submit the application and fees to the address on the form. Your license plate number or vehicle identification number VIN.
Tab Replacements Replacement expiration tabs can be ordered: Online. Additional service fees may be charged at some offices. That means that when you sell your car, you will need to: Remove the license plate. When you're ready to apply for your custom AZ plate, make sure you're prepared with the following:. NOTE : Your address must be correct to order online.
If you need to change your address , do so prior to applying. The following types of specialty license plates are currently NOT available for online ordering:.
Standard plates and many specialty plates can be personalized for an additional fee. If you have a personalized plate but want to change to another plate , you can do so by:.
If you want to purchase a custom plate and your registration renewal is due within 3 months, the MVD suggests that you renew early before you submit your special plate application in order to avoid paying a renewal special plate fee almost immediately after registering. Visit our page on renewing your registration in AZ for more information.
Your form must have the signature of a notary or MVD agent. When you sell your car, your special license plate remains with you. You can transfer it to another vehicle that you own. If the registration was not expired on the car you sold, you may be able to receive credit towards the registration of the car to which you transfer your plates.
You will want to do this as soon as possible.
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