TRANSPORTATION / MOTOR VEHICLE INFORMATION
Kansas Drivers License
New residents to Kansas have a 90-day grace period to obtain a Kansas drivers license. Those who hold valid, current licenses from another state are usually only required to present acceptable proof of identity, proof of age if applicable, and pass the eye examination. In Kansas, instruction permits can be issued to applicants who are 14 years old, although parental consent is required for those under the age of 16. After six months, the instruction permit can be exchanged for a restricted license. For more information on regulations and fees or answers to questions, contact:
Department of Motor Vehicles
785-296-3963
www.ksrevenue.org/vehicle.html
Newcomer’s License Information
www.ksrevenue.org/vehicle.html
Drivers License Exam Stations
www.ksrevenue.org/vehicle.html
Kansas Vehicle Registration
Within 90 days of establishing residency in Kansas, newcomers are required to register and title all vehicles. It will be necessary to visit one of the VIN inspection stations before bringing the vehicle and title to the county treasurer’s motor vehicle office. Bring VIN verification and proof of automobile insurance as well as the original out-of-state title to the county treasurer. If a lien holder is holding your title in the other state, request a copy of the title to be faxed to the treasurer’s office. Counties impose a mill levy for personal property taxes on automobiles as well as other applicable fees for registration and titling. For exact fees, more information, or answers to questions, contact:
Kansas Title & Registration Bureau
785-296-3963
www.ksrevenue.org/vehicle.html
Newcomer’s Transfer Information
https://www.ksrevenue.org/
VIN Inspection Service Locations by County
www.kansashighwaypatrol.org
Johnson County Treasurer
Olathe, KS
913-715-0525
www.jocogov.org
Wyandotte County Treasurer
Kansas City, KS
913-573-2821
https://www.wycokck.org/Treasury/Resources.aspx
Missouri Drivers License
New residents are required to apply immediately for a Missouri drivers license. The most common documents used as proof of identity are an out-of-state driver license and a social security card. Additional proof of identity and/or proof of social security number may be required if the license office clerk has a need for further verification. Those who hold a valid, current license from another state must pass written and eye exams, although driving tests are only required for first-time applicants or those whose licenses have expired.
Missouri Vehicle Registration
New residents are required to register and title all vehicles immediately. Bring proof of ownership, including a notarized lien release if the assigned certificate of ownership shows a lien that has been released. A vehicle safety inspection not more than 60 days old will be required with the exception of new motor vehicles that have not been previously titled. New residents who did not reside in Missouri in the previous year must obtain a “statement of non-assessment” from their county assessor. Proof of financial responsibility, usually in the form of an automobile insurance card, is also required. For complete information on drivers licensing as well as vehicle registration and titling in Missouri, contact:
Missouri Motor Vehicle Division
573-526-3669
http://dor.mo.gov/drivers
Missouri State Highway Patrol
Motor Vehicle Inspection Division
573-526-6132
www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov
Newcomer’s Transfer Information
http://dor.mo.gov/motorv/titling.php
MVD Offices with Hours/Location
http://dor.mo.gov/offloc
