How to register a vehicle in
New Jersey
as a non-US resident
State Overview and Advice
In order to register a vehicle in New Jersey, you need to provide proof of identity under the state's 6 Points of ID system, a New Jersey address, and proof that you live at that address.
If you do not have six points of identity, or do not wish to become a US resident, we recommend starting your visit in another state, or using visitor.us' services to register a vehicle that you buy in New Jersey.
The Registration Process
New Jersey vehicle registrations are handled by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC).
If you buy your vehicle from a dealer, it may issue you a 30-day temporary tag. If you plan to register your vehicle in New Jersey, the dealer will apply for title and registration on your behalf.
If you buy your vehicle from a private party and plan to register it in New Jersey, bring the required items (below) to an MVC office to register your vehicle. Temporary Non-Resident Registrations are available at MVC offices for private party purchases.
For vehicles being registered in New Jersey, New Jersey sales taxes are payable to the dealer upon sale, or the MVC upon registration (if purchased from a private party).
Taxes and Fees
Sales Tax
State sales tax
Average local sales tax
Average combined sales tax
Registration fees
Light Vehicle
Fees: $35 - $84
RV
Fees: $18 - 23
Motorcycle
Fees: $65
$15,000 car
$50,000 RV
$5,000 motorcycle
Total taxes and fees
Registration Requirements
Prior owner's title
The vehicle's title must be signed by the owner(s) printed on the title, its odometer reading recorded (if less than 10 years in age), and be free of all liens in order for the prior owner's interest to be released.
Identification
Identification totaling six points under New Jersey's 6 Points of ID system is required to register a vehicle in New Jersey.
Bill of sale
A bill of sale is not required to register a vehicle in New Jersey, although signing one with the vehicle's seller is recommended.
Application
BA-49 - Application for Vehicle RegistrationInspection
Emissions (smog)
Biennial emissions inspections required for vehicles 6 years and older.
Safety
Safety inspections are not required in New Jersey.
VIN
VIN inspections are not required in New Jersey.
Insurance
New Jersey's minimum liability insurance limits are 15/30/5.
Residency
People wishing to register a vehicle in New Jersey must provide proof that they reside at the registration address.
Local Address
Vehicles registered in New Jersey must be registered to a New Jersey address.
The Alternative
Company Formation
Vehicle Purchase
The seller will list your LLC and its address as the buyer on the vehicle's title, and visitor.us will arrange for it to be couriered to us for processing.
Insurance
Vehicle Registration
- MT sales tax: 0%
- Inspections not required in MT
