TLC plate transfer: what to bring
NY driver license or NY State IDFor the registrant, and the vehicle owner if different
Title for the new vehicleA copy if the owner isn't changing, or the signed title if you bought the car
Bill of sale and/or DTF-802If it appliesFor a private sale or gift
NY insurance ID cardRequiredMust say REPLACEMENT VEHICLE
Copy of the registration being transferredFrom your old TLC vehicle
Private plates from the new vehicleIf it appliesIf the new vehicle has them
Lien releaseIf it appliesIf the car had a loan that's paid off
We transfer TLC plates from an old vehicle to a new one. We don't apply for new TLC plates.
TLC registration renewal: what to bring
NY driver license or NY State IDOf the vehicle owner
Old registration copyThe registration card, not the sticker
NY insurance ID cardCurrent New York auto insurance card
Title copyIf it appliesIf the owner is different from the registrant
Frequently asked questions
How much is a TLC registration renewal?
Our fee for TLC drivers is $35. DMV fees are charged separately.
Do you get new TLC plates?
No. We transfer TLC plates from your old vehicle to your new one, but we don't apply for new TLC plates.
How much is a TLC plate transfer?
Our fee is $179. DMV and TLC fees are charged separately.
What TLC insurance do you offer?
TLC liability, and full coverage with physical damage as a second policy on top of liability.