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Registration & Titling

The Missouri DMV issues vehicle registrations and titles in the state, as well as maintains the official vehicle ownership and registration records in Missouri.

Besides establishing the legally registered owner during the sale of a vehicle, the Missouri DMV also takes on the responsibility of regulating and issuing the decals, or tags, that prove that a Missouri vehicle's registration and paperwork are current.

If you lose your Missouri vehicle registration, you will need to file for a replacement through the MO DMV. Other vehicle registration transactions handled by the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles include: how to register a salvaged car; how to register an imported car; how to renew your registration while in the military; and, how to register antique vehicles or farm equipment.



How to Register Your Car in Missouri Whether passenger car, commercial vehicle, trailer, or motorcycle, your vehicle must be registered through the MO DMV.
Car Insurance A requirement to getting a vehicle registered in Missouri is that the owner must provide proof of financial responsibility. In most cases, that means carrying car insurance.
Missouri Title Transfers Buyers and sellers of vehicles in the state of Missouri must provide information to the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles before a title transfer can be approved.
Missouri Replacing a Lost Registration Missouri requires that you be able to show a current registration for any vehicle you drive. If you can’t seem to find yours, find out how to get a duplicate here.
Missouri Replacing a Lost Title When you sell your vehicle, you’ll need to hand over the Missouri title. If you’ve lost the original, find out how to get a duplicate here.
Missouri License Plate FAQs Before you head in to the motor vehicle department to ask a question about license plates, check here. We offer lots of answers about Missouri license plates.
Other Types of Vehicles in Missouri From the smallest to the largest, most all types of vehicles in Missouri require registration. Here’s where you’ll see if you need to register your ATV or snowmobile.
Missouri Registration Renewals You must renew your vehicle’s registration on a regular cycle. Find out all the regulations about Missouri registration renewals here.
How to Register Your Missouri Boat On the Missouri boat registration page, you will find boat registration details, change of ownership regulations, and renewal information.
Missouri RV & Motorhome Registration Before you hit the open road, you'll need to register a new or preowned recreational vehicle through the MO Division of Motor Vehicles.
Missouri Custom-built Car Registration If you are the proud owner of a custom-built vehicle, you will need to register it through the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles. Find out how, here.
Missouri Smog & Emission Checks The Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles regulates how often you need to have your car smog tested, and maintains those compliance records in MO.
Missouri License Plates & Placards Whether you simply need to renew your license plate decal or you want to see about ordering a custom MO license plate, the MO DMV is the agency that oversees plates.
Missouri Forms The documents filed at the Missouri DMV are legal and binding―at least until an alteration is necessary. Luckily, most of them are downloadable, right here.
Missouri Bill of Sale In order to transfer registration at the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles you'll need certain documents, including the bill of sale forms that may be required.
Vehicle History Reports Shop smart. Order a Vehicle History Report before you buy to see if it has a clear title, if it is stolen, or if it has been in an accident. A small investment can save you lots of money.
Buying Cars in Missouri People shopping for for a new or used car need to budget, plan, and research before they pull out the checkbook. Read our guides to find out how to get the best deal for your money.
Selling Cars in Missouri If your current car just doesn't meet your needs anymore, it may be time to sell it. MO car owners will want to study these guides before they run an ad in the newspaper.
Missouri Locations & Hours To title your vehicle you need to take care of business at the Missouri DMV. Find the hours and location of the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles nearest you.
Missouri Registration FAQs Car registrations are handled by the Missouri Division of Motor Vehicles. From the most common to the highly unusual, your registration questions may be answered here.
Salvaged Vehicles in Missouri If a vehicle is damaged beyond being safe, it will be classified a salvaged vehicle. But, sometimes a vehicle can be brought back to life. Find out about salvaged vehicles in Missouri.

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