Mississippi DMV Change of Address
Are you moving to or from Mississippi? Not sure how this will affect your driving status and voter registration? Learn more below.
Mississippi DMV Change of Address
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I'm moving within Mississippi
Driver’s License
Within 30 days of moving to a new part of Mississippi, you are required to change the address on your Mississippi driver’s license or ID card. This can be done online. They will likely request your current driver’s license number and your new address.
Vehicle Registration
When moving within the state of Mississippi you are required to contact the state in regards to renewing a vehicle registration. This can be done in person at your local Mississippi Tax Collector’s office. Act Quickly!
I'm moving to Mississippi from another state
You’ve recently moved to Mississippi? Congratulations!
As a new resident of Mississippi, you are required to register your car and obtain a Mississippi driver’s license. It is required that you visit a Mississippi State office and to apply for your driver license within 60 days of moving to Mississippi. Act Quickly!
How to Apply for Your New Mississippi Driver’s License
To transfer your out-of-state driver’s license, you will likely need to bring:
- Documents proving your identification (a valid, unexpired driver’s license from another U.S. state or territory)
- Proof of car insurance.
- Proof of social security number.
- A vehicle with a valid registration.
These requirements may vary depending on the type of driver’s license for which you are applying. For more information, get in contact with your local drivers licensing office.
Vehicle Registration
Within 30 days of moving to Mississippi, it is required that new residents register their vehicles with the state. It is required that you visit a Mississippi State office. Act Quickly!
The following is likely to be needed and required to register your vehicle:
- A valid form of Identification (Driver’s License or U.S. Passport).
- Your vehicle title(s).
- All vehicle owners on the title must be present or a power of attorney must be presented for the owners who are not present.
- Show your current out-of-state vehicle registration.
- Complete a vehicle identification number (VIN) inspection.
- Pay any applicable fees (see “Vehicle Registration Fees” below).
For information on your specific vehicle registration circumstances visit online or please contact the Motor Vehicle Division at (601) 923-7698.
Voter Registration in Mississippi
To vote in Mississippi elections you must have a valid and approved voter registration. You will need to register to vote through the Mississippi Department of State.
Photo identification at the polling booth is a must in Mississippi.
To be eligible to vote in Mississippi, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be a Mississippi resident.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- NOT been convicted of a disqualifying felony.
- NOT be declared “mentally incompetent” by a court.
How to Register to Vote in Mississippi
You will need to apply in person at your local Circuit Court Clerk’s office or by mail.
Please note that you must be notified of your application being accepted prior to voting.
I'm moving from Mississippi to another state
If you are moving from the state of Mississippi to another state, you will likely be able to transfer your out-of-state driver’s license. Although the specific requirements may vary from state to state, in most cases, the following information will be required:
- Current and valid driver’s license
- Proper identification — passport or birth certificate
- Proof of Social Security number
- Pass a vision test
- Proof of residency
- Satisfy payment requirements for a new license
For more detailed information in regards to your states Driver’s License, Vehicle Registration, and Voter Registration visit your state’s DMV requirements. <– *Insert Link to DMV States Page*.