What should I bring when registering for my vehicle registration and title?


  • Bring the vehicle you want to title and register.
    You will need to have the vehicle identification number (VIN) inspected. This inspection can generally be performed by a deputy of either the Department of Motor Vehicles (Assessor's Office) or by a law enforcement agency. All Idaho dealers or law enforcement agencies can do Vehicle Identification Number inspections.
  • Bring the vehicle's current title and registration.
    If the vehicle has not been titled in your name, be sure the title has been signed over to you by the seller and that you have a bill of sale from the seller. If a lien holder holds the title, bring the lien holder's name and address. If your title has been lost, you will need to apply for a duplicate title from the state of issuance.
  • Bring your personal identification.
    This could be a driver's license, identification card, etc.
  • Bring cash or a check associated with a local bank for payment of the applicable taxes and fees.
  • Late Filing Penalty
    A $20 late filing penalty can be charged if you do not have a title in your name and you have been living in Idaho for 120 days. The late filing penalty applies to any Idaho resident who does not apply for title within 30 days of the purchase of either a titled vehicle or a titled vessel.
  • County Fees
    For other fees Kootenai County may charge, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles.

For more information, contact the either the Coeur d'Alene or Post Falls Vehicle Licensing Office.

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1. My tags expired and I can’t get in right away what can I do?
2. How can I see if my tabs have been renewed, I sent it off in the mail?
3. I have an appointment because I just bought a car, what do I need?
4. I’ve made an appointment for Vehicle Licensing but don’t remember what date?
5. I’m trying to renew my off highway atv/utv stickers, snowmobile registration, and/or boat registration where do I go?
6. I’m moving here from out of state, what do I need to register my car?
7. My tags are expired what can I do if I can’t get in and renew, will I get a ticket?
8. I don’t have the app, how can I make an appointment?
9. I just bought a car from a private party, how can I get registration to be legal to drive it?
10. I bought a car from a dealer and the temporary is about to expire?
11. Are there any other locations we can visit to get taken care of?
12. I can’t make an appointment, how can I get help?
13. Where do I go to register and title my vehicle in Idaho?
14. What are the office hours for motor vehicle licensing?
15. What vehicles must be registered and titled in Idaho?
16. When must I register and title my vehicle in Idaho?
17. What should I bring when registering for my vehicle registration and title?
18. Can appointments be made at either motor vehicle office?
19. What if I am still making payments on my out of state vehicle?
20. Why are the wait times so long?
21. Do you do Driver's License?
22. Where can I get more information about vehicle titling and licensing?