Ultimate Guide For Registering Your Vehicle in Ohio

Here's the ultimate guide to registering your vehicle in Ohio. We've simplified the entire process for you so you can save time.

What You’ll Need to Register your Vehicle in Ohio

Ohio driver’s license or photo ID OR proof of Social Security number
Ohio vehicle title (obtained from the dealer, signed over from the seller via private sale, OR via out-of-state title transfer)
Title must be notarized and include the Ohio clerk of court’s seal
Completed Power of Attorney for Ohio Vehicle Registration (Form BMV 5736) (if your vehicle is leased)
VIN inspection document (if vehicle is new to Ohio; can be completed at any deputy registrar agency)
Proof of emissions inspection (if applicable)
Proof of Ohio vehicle insurance
Payment for applicable fees and taxes
$34.50 registration fee
License plate fees
Deputy Registrar license agency fees
County tax fees (if applicable)

Step 1: Visit your nearest deputy registrar agency (optional: make an appointment!)
Submit the required documents & ID
Submit payment
Receive a temporary registration permit and registration stickers
Step 2: Receive your new Ohio license plates via U.S. mail (if applicable)

Do you live in one of the following counties? Then your vehicle will require an emissions inspection.
Cuyahoga County
Geauga County
Lake County
Lorain County
Medina County
Portage County
Summit County