Driving & Vehicle Registration
Getting a License
New residents must obtain a Driver License within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence. Proof of residency, proof of age and identity, proof of liability insurance and a valid social security card required. There is also a written, road sign, and vision test. For additional information on testing and requirements, call 715-7000 or visit www.ncdot.org/dmv. Licenses can be obtained at one of the following DMV locations:
Driver License Office, Miami Blvd
101 S Miami Blvd, 560-6896
Driver License Office, Roxboro Street
3825 S Roxboro St, Ste 119, 560-3378
Registering vehicles and obtaining license plates
Vehicles must be registered with the NC DOT at the expiration of the time granted by reciprocity agreement between North Carolina and your prior state of residence, usually 30 days or when gainful employment is accepted, whichever comes first. For information on forms and requirements for registration, visit www.ncdot.org/dmv/vehicle_services
Out-of-state residents moving to North Carolina must obtain a North Carolina driver license or special identification card prior to registering a vehicle.
To register your motor vehicle, you must furnish the DMV with the title (unless title is in the possession of a lien holder, in which case you will need a lien release,) and a valid registration card from the state prior to registration.
Motor Vehicle Registration Offices
1058 W Club Blvd, Northgate, I-85 Exit 176-A,
286-4908
Vehicle Inspections
North Carolina requires an annual vehicle safety and emissions inspection. Inspection is required within 10 days of receiving a North Carolina license plate and then annually, due the same month as the vehicle’s registration renewal. Licensed inspection stations are marked by signage throughout the community.
