Renewal registration

New to Florida?

Did you just move to Florida or purchase a new vehicle in the state? If so, check out our Car

Registration page to determine how to complete your initial registration.

Florida Registration Renewal Cycles

The FLHSMV provides a number of different renewal cycles and expiration dates that vary depending

on the type of vehicle you own. Some residents may have the option of renewing every two years

(see “Two-Year Renewal" below).

the last day of the designated month determined during the initial registration.

Mobile Homes and RVs

If you own a mobile home or RV, you must renew every year by December 31, and the renewal

period begins 31 days prior to the deadline.

Motorcycles

Motorcycle registrations must be renewed every year on the designated registration month, which is

determined during your initial registration period.

Commercial Vehicles

For commercial vehicles, including semi-trucks, heavy trucks, tractor-trailers, buses, etc., the

registration must be renewed every six months (on May 31 and December 31) or every year on

If you're eligible to renew for two years, your renewal fees will double, but your month and day of

expiration will not change.

For more information on biennial renewals, including types of vehicle's and registration that do NOT

qualify, check out the FLHSMV's Renewal Procedures Manual.

To check the status of your registration renewal, contact the Florida DMV.

FL Registration Renewal Notice

As a courtesy to remind you to renew your registration, your county may send you a notice prior to

your vehicles expiration date containing such information as:

 Renewal fees.

 Renewal date.

If you recently moved, make sure to update your address with the FLHSMV. You may also contact

your local County Tax Collector Office and ask to have your fees calculated.

Renewing Your Florida Registration

FL Liability Insurance Requirements

To legally drive in Florida, you must maintain a minimum level of auto liability insurance at all times. If

you no longer meet the state minimums or do not have coverage, you can't renew your FL

registration.

If you need to obtain or change coverage, check the rates of different providers in our Insurance

Center section.

 Choose between entering your:

―Driver's license number.

―Vehicle's license plate number.

―Vehicle identification number (VIN).

―Transaction number listed on your current registration certificate.

 Enter your date of birth.

 Enter the last four digits of your Social Security number.

 Verify that your information (e.g. name, address, vehicle information) is correct.

 Pay your renewal fee with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card.

Renew in Person

You will be given your new decals and registration certificate at the office. Another individual may

renew your registration for you, provided that person is able to present your vehicle's registration

certificate and proof of insurance.

Renew by Mail

To renew by mail, you must receive a renewal notice indicating you're eligible for this option.

To complete your renewal, send your fee payment to the address listed on your renewal notice or to

your County Tax Collector office.

Florida registration renewal fees vary depending on such things as:

 Vehicle weight.

 The length of your registration.

FLHSMV renewal notice will indicate if you need new license plates when renewing your tags. The

plate fees vary by automobile type and weight.

Late Fees and Penalties

Late fees apply if you wait 11 days after the end of the month in which your registration expires. Late

fees range from $5 to $250 or more, depending on the type of vehicle you own and your length of

delinquency.

Florida Registration for Military Members

If you're stationed out of state, you may renew online (see above). You can renew up to 3 months

before your registration expires, and you don't need a renewal notice to do so.

The FLHSMV recommends a biennial (two-year) renewal, if you qualify, especially if you have an

immediately.

The same is also true if your license plates were stolen―get replacements right away.