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If I move to another state temporarily, do I need to register my car and get a new license in the new state?
I’m moving temporarily from one state to another and am wondering if I have to register my car and change my driver's license?
Kathryn Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If you're establishing residency in a new state, you must change your license and registration.
- Moving to live and work—even temporarily: If you plan to establish residency and work in another state (i.e., you don't have a permanent address elsewhere), you're legally required to update your information.
- Attending school in another state: If you're enrolled in school, you can keep your family's home address as your permanent address. Insurance companies have policies to accommodate students who attend school out of state.
Check with the DMV in your new state to confirm, but you'll likely need to update the following information:
Keep in mind: Every state has different
minimum insurance requirements
, so you’ll want to shop around for a policy that meets these new limits.MORE: Tips for moving out of state
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