Renew Your Vehicle Registration

Renew Your Vehicle Registration

Renew Your Vehicle Registration You need to renew your vehicle registration to drive your vehicle on public roads. If you don't renew it, you could get fined or even lose your right to drive. Renew your registration online (opens in a new tab) Renew your retired status vehicle registration online (opens in a new tab) Online Services Some customers may experience difficulties when attempting to log in to our online services. Customers may be required to attempt logging in to the system more than once to gain access. We apologize for any inconvenience. Overview Renewing your vehicle and/or trailer registration can, in most cases, be completed online, at any of PennDOT's Online Messenger services or through the mail. Mailing instructions can be found on the back of the applicable forms. To renew online you will need your registration plate number, title number, insurance information, odometer reading, a valid credit card, and a printer. At the end of the transaction, you will be given the opportunity to print a receipt and a permanent registration credential. PennDOT will no longer mail a registration card for registrations renewed online. Forms for Renewing through the Mail Registration and Registration Renewal Form (MV-140) Appplication for Seasonal Vehicle Renewal (MV-140SV) Bureau of Motor Vehicle Fees (MV-70S) Retired Status Registration If you are retired, you may qualify for a discounted registration fee. Learn more about retired status registration and apply Free Registration for a Vehicle Owned by a Veteran (Eligible Veterans Only) Pennsylvania has eliminated registration and title fees for a passenger vehicle or truck weighing 9,000 pounds or less owned by a military veteran who meets certain eligibility requirements. Learn more and download the application form