Is NYS DMV taking phone calls?
Call Us. The DMV Call Center representatives are happy to take your call Monday – Friday (except state holidays), 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. See a directory of DMV phone numbers. Important Note: Our Call Center Representatives cannot process transactions.
Does the NY DMV have a drop off box for plates?
Mail-In and Drop-Box Transactions
DMV is expanding the ability for New Yorkers to complete necessary transactions by mail and drop box and will no longer offer these services in person including: All original vehicle registrations and license plate transfers.
How long do I have to surrender my plates in NY?
You have a maximum of 60 days after the date the registration was issued to apply for the 1st year of the registration fee. DMV will process a refund of the first-year fee if eligible.
Do NY license plates have to be returned?
Yes. You need to report plates that are lost, stolen, or destroyed and surrender the registration.
How do I contact the DMV by phone?
(800) 777-0133California Department of Motor Vehicles / Customer service
What is the phone number for NYS DMV?
(800) 698-2931New York State Department of Motor Vehicles / Customer service
What do I do with my old license plates New York?
Your old plates are considered to be scrap metal and you can recycle them at your local scrap metal yard or recycling drop-off station. For more information, visit Recycle Right New York.
What form do I need to return license plates in NY?
Plate Surrender Application (PD-7)
- Home.
- New York.
- Registry of Motor Vehicles.
- Plate Surrender Application.
Do I need an appointment to surrender plates in NY?
In the state of New York you need to surrender your plates when registering for a car in a new state or if your insurance coverage is ending. You can return your license plate to the DMV in person. Just schedule an appointment or walk in and wait in line.
What is the best time to call DMV?
When’s the Best Time to go to the DMV?
- Bright and early when the DMV opens.
- Before the lunch hour, before noon.
- During the middle of the week (Tuesday-Thursday)
- During the middle of the month.
How do I surrender my license plates in California?
1.) Mail Or Drop Off Your Old California License Plates At Your Local DMV
- For the most part, it is not required to return your license plates in the state of California.
- Mailing is also an option, just make sure to send it to the proper DMV licensing office.
How do I speak to someone at NY DMV?
- Agency: New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Division: Department of Motor Vehicles Call Center.
- Phone Number: (718) 966-6155.
- Business Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4 PM.
- Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours. Automated assistance is also available in Spanish.
How do I get proof of plate surrender in NY?
For New York State plate surrenders, you will receive via email an FS6-T receipt that you can then use to cancel your insurance or keep for your records. In order to obtain this receipt the DMV requires 1 or 2 plates or an MV78b form from a local police precinct if none of the plates are available.
What do I do with my license plates when I sell my car in NY?
Do I remove my license plate when I sell a car in New York? Yes. The seller keeps their plates and either transfers them to a replacement vehicle or turns them into the NY DMV. Plates cannot be transferred to another person.
Can you go to NY DMV without appointment?
Before you make a reservation, make sure you have what you need to visit the DMV. If you don’t have the required documents, we may not be able to assist you with your transaction. When the reservation system shows no reservations, all the available slots are full. You may need a reservation to visit the DMV.
What do you do with old number plates?
Fortunately, you’re able to dispose of old or unwanted plates by recycling them. Take them to your local recycling centre and, because they’re made up of plastic and acrylic, the number plates can be recycled properly in the relevant section of the site.
Is it illegal to wrap your license plate in California?
Car owners living in California no longer have to worry about front plates altering the style of their cars, as the state now allows residents to wrap their license plates to their vehicles.
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Do I need to notify the DMV if I sold my car in NY?
The seller is required by New York state law to provide the mileage and condition of the vehicle. If the current title of the vehicle being sold does not have an area to disclose this information, you may use New York DMV form MV 103.
What is the least busy day at DMV?
The best days to visit the DMV are the middle of the week (Wednesday or Thursday) and in the middle of the month. Since most vehicle registrations expire at the end of the month, you can expect that there will be long lines during the first and last weeks.
How do I dispose of old license plates in NY?
When destroying the old plates, we recommend that you use a permanent ink marker to cross out the plate number or otherwise deface the plates. Your old plates are considered to be scrap metal and you can recycle them at your local scrap metal yard or recycling drop-off station.
Can you keep your old number plate?
As a general rule, yes you can. However, some number plates cannot be retained. For example, any number plates with the prefix Q cannot be retained. The Q prefix has been used since 1983 and is for vehicles in which it is difficult to determine the age of the vehicle.
What is a license plate flipper?
The license plate flipper allows the user to flip 180 degrees between two different plates. Here’s what California law says about proper display of a license plate.
Are Teslas exempt from front license plate?
The answer is no. California law states: “When two license plates are issued by the department for use upon a vehicle, they shall be attached to the vehicle for which they were issued, one in the front and the other in the rear.”
Is it better to gift a car or sell it for $1 in NY?
Since the New York DMV specifically designed the gifting process for handling free vehicles, it’s best to gift your car instead of selling it for $1. Obviously, a $1 sale is well below fair market value for the car, so your sales contract might not hold up as legal proof.