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Is there a grace period for expired tags in Massachusetts?

Is there a grace period for expired tags in Massachusetts?

Effective today, April 1, 2020, all of the passenger plate registrations that have expired in March or will be expiring in April have been extended for 60 days. Registrations that expired in March have been extended until May 31st and registrations that expire in April have been extended until June 30th.

Are MA RMV offices open?

UPDATE: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, most of the state’s RMV service locations are closed to walk-in visits until further notice. For “essential” in-person transactions, drivers can make an online appointment. Drop-off service is also available for some transactions, at select locations.

How does MA RMV drop off work?

Customers must drop-off the required paperwork within 30 days of obtaining their RTA. Drop-offs with an incomplete or inaccurate RTA will not be processed. Customers will be able to visit any Registration Drop Off Center between the hours of 9:00AM and 4:00PM to drop-off their transaction paperwork.

What do I need for drop off registration ma?

Drop-Off Process Details Customers must have a completed/stamped RTA from insurance company/agent. Customers must drop-off the required paperwork within 30 days of insurance becoming active. Drop-offs with an incomplete or inaccurate RTA will not be processed.

How can I drive with an expired tag?

You can get pulled over for driving with expired tags. On the bright side, driving with expired tags is usually a non-moving violation. If registration tags are not affixed to your license plate, you can get a ticket. Do not leave them in the glove box or forget them at home.

What color is the inspection sticker for 2021 in Massachusetts?

blue
Motor vehicles with expired inspection stickers from March 2021 — a blue “3” sticker — and April 2021 — a blue “4” sticker — are allowed until May 31 to get a new sticker. Newly purchased vehicles registered on or after March 23, 2021, should be granted until April 30 to obtain an inspection.

How do I schedule an appointment at the Massachusetts RMV?

Appointment reservations can be made online at www.Mass.Gov/RMV in the myRMV Online Service Center under “Make or Cancel a Reservation.” Customers who make an appointment will be sent a confirmation email that they should be prepared to show on arrival at their designated time at a specific Service Center.

Can you walk-in the RMV?

Customers, if needed, are welcome to conduct walk-in transactions during early morning or late afternoon hours, but are advised they will be served after customers with prescheduled in-person appointments.

What RMV services are available at AAA?

Related Services

  • Passenger (Class D) Driver’s Licenses.
  • Motorcycle (Class M) Driver’s Licenses.
  • RMV-issued Identification Cards.
  • Register and Title Your Vehicle.

What is registration dropoff?

These Registration Drop Off Centers are dedicated to performing a number of vehicle-based registration and title services for both commercial and individual customer transactions on a drop-off only basis.

Does the Mass RMV accept debit cards?

Payment methods Credit and debit cards, cash, check, and money orders accepted for all transactions. Make checks payable to MassDOT.

What paperwork do you need to register a car in Massachusetts?

You need the following before you can register your vehicle:

  1. Proof of auto insurance with a licensed Massachusetts insurance agent or company.
  2. Proof of Massachusetts residency.
  3. A completed RMV-1 Application Form.
  4. Proof that you own the vehicle such as previous registration or title from another state.

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