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Save time!

Use the Maple Grove Service Center drive thru to renew your tabs if you have your current year renewal notice.

In Minnesota, ​vehicle registration expires each year (refer to your vehicle’s current tabs for the month) and must be renewed.

How to apply

Apply in person for renewal, duplicate, new (including out of state) or transfer at any county Service Center location. Make an appointment for a shorter wait time. You will receive your stickers/plates at the time you apply.**

What do I do for

Renewal or duplicate registration

  • Bring current year renewal notice, or the license plate number and ID
  • Renew via the Maple Grove Service Center drive thru if you have your current renewal notice

First time/new to state registration and plates

  • Complete and bring the title application
  • Bring your certificate of origin or title
    • If you don't have one of these documents, bring the current registration card, the odometer reading and your driver’s license or state ID card
    • If there is a lien against the vehicle, you must provide the date of the loan, along with the name and complete address of the lender
    • If both you and your vehicle are new to Minnesota, and the out of state plates are current, you have a 60-day grace period to register the vehicle
  • You will also receive your license plates and stickers at the time you apply

Transfer of ownership (title transfer)

  • Buyer must bring the completed title, and a driver’s license or state issued identification card
    • Seller must complete the "Seller's" portion of title, including signature(s)
    • You may want to bring the seller with you (not required) to complete the transaction
    • If you are transferring an out of state title, complete and bring the title application

Fee

  • Fees vary depending on the classification and year of the vehicle
  • Payment options

** Stickers/plates applied for at the University of MN location will be mailed.