Cancel a Vehicle Registration

Gather What You’ll Need
To cancel a vehicle registration, you will need:
- Your license plate number or VIN number
- Your driver’s license number or Letter ID (Letter IDs may be found on any letter sent to you regarding your vehicle)
- Form MV-18J Application of Voluntary Registration Cancellation, if cancelling your registration in person
Cancel Your Vehicle Registration
You can cancel your vehicle registration online or in person.
Cancel Registration Accordion
- Online
  
  Visit the DRIVES e-Services website.
  
  Follow the prompts to cancel your registration.
- In Person
  
  Download Form MV-18J Application of Voluntary Registration Cancellation.
  
  Fill out and sign the application.
  
  Locate and visit your county tag office to cancel your registration in person.
Next Steps
- Please keep a copy of your vehicle registration cancellation for your records.
- Once you’ve cancelled your registration, you can cancel your insurance coverage. Do not cancel your insurance coverage before cancelling your registration, or else you may receive fines or penalties for having a registered but uninsured vehicle.

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