Frequently Asked QuestionsTitle and Auto TagsNo – You need to be a resident in order to register your car in PA. All new residents with out-of-state driver’s licenses must obtain a PA Driver’s License or photo ID within 60 days of establishing a Pennsylvania residency. Plates are part of a stock inventory of Authorized Auto Tag agencies to issue immediately; however if you choose to complete and mail in an application you will get your new auto tag directly from PennDOT in about 4-6 weeks. For PA title, the seller’s signature must be notarized in the presence of a Notary. If the seller notarizes the title in advance, the buyer can complete the rest of the transfer at an auto tag agency without the seller present. For an out of state title it depends on the state, you can contact us for more information. You cannot operate a vehicle in PA without displaying a valid plate. If a plate is stolen you need to report to local police and can obtain a replacement plate at any auto tag agency. New plates and registration will be issued instantly. Yes, Pennsylvania offers 60-day temporary tags for out of state residents. Bring your ID, proof of insurance, and the PA title. We issue temporary tags immediately so you can drive legally the same day Yes, Pennsylvania requires active auto insurance before you can register a vehicle. If you don’t have insurance yet, we can provide same-day coverage and complete the registration in one visit. You will need the out-of-state title, valid ID, Pennsylvania insurance, and VIN verification. We provide VIN verification at our office and handle the entire out-of-state to PA transfer. If you lost your title, we help you request a duplicate Pennsylvania title using the correct PennDOT form. Bring your ID, registration and we take care of the paperwork for you. Yes, Pennsylvania allows plate transfers between vehicles you own. Bring your ID, proof of insurance, plate number, and the new vehicle’s title. We complete plate transfers in just a few minutes.
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