What is the required paperwork when registering a vehicle?

For Re-Registrations:

Current or expired registration (yellow form) 

• Current proof of insurance (with good expiration date on card) 
• Current odometer reading

For New Registrations:
If purchased from a Maine Dealer:

• Window sticker - required for ALL new car purchases 
• Title Application 
• Current proof of insurance (with good expiration date on card)

If purchased from a private sale:

• Bill of Sale 
• Current proof of insurance 
• Title Application and Sales Tax Form will be given to you by the clerk. 
• Note: If a vehicle is sold or traded, the plates and registration should be retained. It may be advantageous to transfer the plates and excise credit when registering a new vehicle. The clerk will help you calculate the better option. There are no cash refunds on unused excise tax for retired vehicles.

If previously registered out-of-state:

• Out of state title 
• Out of state registration 
• Current proof of insurance from state of Maine 
• Proof of Residency (e.g. power bill, phone bill, etc.)