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Register by mail
- Find the mailing address of your County Tag Office.
- Mail all required payments, documents, and fees to that address; some offices have different addresses for mail and in-person service, so be sure to check that you have the right one. Also, be sure to make copies of everything for your own records.
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Register in person
- Find the physical address and operating hours of your County Tag Office.
- Bring all required payments, documents, and fees to that address during their operating hours; some offices have different addresses for mail and in-person service, so be sure to check that you have the right one. Also, be sure to make copies of everything for your own records.
Register a Vehicle
If you own or lease a vehicle in Georgia, you must register it with the state.
The first time you register your vehicle, you will need to do it in person or by mail with your County Tag Office.
New residents should register their vehicle no more than 30 days from the date they move to Georgia.
Georgia residents who have purchased a vehicle from another individual must register it within 7 business days from the date of purchase.
Georgia residents who purchase a car from a dealer have 30 days from the date of purchase to apply for registration. Although dealers are not legally required to submit your registration application on your behalf, some do so as a courtesy. Be sure to ask the dealer at the time of purchase whether or not they will be submitting your application for you.
If you fail to register by your deadline, you face penalties ranging from $100 to more than $1,000.