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Register a Car
Rapid Renewal Online Vehicle Registration Renewals
The Town Hall stops processing new/first time car registrations fifteen minutes prior to closing.
New Car
If you have purchased a new car from an out-of-state dealer or Maine dealer:
- Bill of Sale or Lease Agreement
- Old registration from your vehicle traded or sold (for credit, if applicable)
- Proof of Insurance for new vehicle
- Title/Certificate of Origin or blue Title Application
- The window sticker or the Monroney Label for the MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price)
Used Car
If you have purchased a used car from an out-of-state dealer or Maine dealer:
- Bill of Sale
- Old registration from your vehicle traded or sold (for credit, if applicable)
- Proof of Insurance for new vehicle
- Title/Certificate of Origin or blue Title Application
Private Sale
If you have purchased a new or used (1995 or newer model) car from a private party (in Maine or out-of-state):
- Bill of Sale
- Old registration from your vehicle traded or sold (for credit, if applicable)
- Proof of Insurance
- Title
If the car is older than 1995, a title is not required to register in Maine. Note: Original signatures of the purchaser are required to complete a new car registration.
Moving From Out-of-State
If you have moved here from out-of-state:
- Out-of-state registration
- Proof of Insurance
- Title, if 1995 or newer or name and address of lienholder if still making payments
Re-Registration
What do I need to bring to re-register my car?
- Current mileage
- Current registration
- Proof of Insurance
You can re-register your car in person or send an agent with the appropriate documents/information.