Transfer existing license plates from one vehicle to another owned by the same registrant. Common when buying a replacement car.
Last updated · Source: New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) · Methodology
License Plate Transfer in New Jersey costs $22.50 according to the official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) fee schedule. The fee is the same statewide and is paid at the time of application.
No — license plate transfer requires an in-person visit to a New Jersey DMV office. An appointment is required for this service.
Yes, New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) requires an appointment for license plate transfer. You can book it on the official DMV website. Walk-ins are typically not processed for this service.
For license plate transfer in New Jersey you will typically need: Current plates, new vehicle title/registration. Originals are required — photocopies are not accepted by New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC).
License Plate Transfer in New Jersey is typically processed the same day at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) office.
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Fees and requirements shown here are based on publicly available information from the official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) website as of 2025. The state DMV is the authoritative source. DMVPeek is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with any state government agency.