Transfer existing license plates from one vehicle to another owned by the same registrant. Common when buying a replacement car.
Last updated · Source: New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division · Methodology
License Plate Transfer in New Mexico costs $13.50 according to the official New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division 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 Mexico DMV office. Walk-ins are accepted at most offices.
No, an appointment is not strictly required for license plate transfer in New Mexico, but booking one is strongly recommended to avoid wait times that often exceed an hour at busy offices.
For license plate transfer in New Mexico you will typically need: Current plates, new vehicle title/registration. Originals are required — photocopies are not accepted by New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division.
License Plate Transfer in New Mexico is typically processed the same day at the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division office.
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Fees and requirements shown here are based on publicly available information from the official New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division 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.