How do I dispose of old license plates in Virginia?

How do I dispose of old license plates in Virginia?

You may permanently surrender your plates either by:

1. Taking your plates to a customer service center. No appointment is necessary to drop off plates.
2. Utilizing DMV’s Online Plate Surrender to report the surrender of your plates. (You will not be eligible for a refund on the cost of registration fees for this vehicle.)

Do I need to return my VA license plates?

If you’re registered in Virginia, you need to remove your license plates and return them to the VA DMV. You can cancel your insurance prior to surrendering your license plate.

How do you deactivate a tag?

Let’s walk through the simple process so you know how to get rid of your Tagged account.

1. Step 1: Cancel your Tagged Premium subscription.
2. Step 2: Log in to the web version of Tagged.
3. Step 3: Select “Account”
4. Step 4: Select “Settings”
5. Step 5: Click “Cancel Your Account”
6. Step 6: Select “Yes, I want to cancel my account”

Can I transfer license plates from one car to another in Virginia?

You may either purchase new license plates or apply to transfer existing plates from another of your vehicles to the new vehicle and pay the transfer fee.

What happens if you don’t return license plates in Virginia?

Virginia law requires car owners to return their license plates and/or vehicle registration to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) if they have sold, traded, or no longer operate their vehicle. Once a license plate has been surrendered, it cannot be used again or transferred to another vehicle.

Can I use my old license plate on my new car in Virginia?

Can I drive a car without plates if I just bought it in Virginia?

Yes, but only if you drive the vehicle directly to the first place of storage (usually your home) within three days of the sale. You must have the properly assigned title and proof of insurance with you. Do not use the seller’s license plate on the vehicle while driving it home.

Can I mail my tags back to DMV?

We will mail you a plate surrender receipt (form FS-6T) as well as a refund check, if applicable. DMV will mail these to the address on the registration. If the address on your registration is not current, change your address before you mail your license plates.

What happens if you don’t return plates?

The DMV will not suspend your driver license or registration if you fail to surrender the plate. The DMV recommends that you surrender any type of vehicle plate when the plate is not used to make sure that the plate is destroyed.

What to do with your license plates in Virginia?

You may permanently surrender your plates either by: Taking your plates to a customer service center. No appointment is necessary to drop off plates. (You may be eligible for a refund on the cost of registration fees for this vehicle.)

Do you have to surrender your license plate in Virginia?

Sold, traded, or no longer operate your vehicle? Virginia law requires you to return your license plates and/or vehicle registration to the Virginia DMV. Now, DMV makes that process easier than ever before – allowing online license plate surrender.

How much does it cost to replace a Virginia license plate?

If your license plate or expiration sticker is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can get a replacement in person or by mail from the VA DMV. The Vehicle Registration Application (Form VSA 14). License plate replacement (with or without decals): $10. Decal or set of decals only: $1.

How do I get my license plate back from the DMV?

Simply complete an Application for Vehicle Registration form (form FMS-210) and return it to DMV. Refunds generally take 30 days to process. You will not be eligible for a refund if you used the Online Plate Surrender process to surrender your plates.