Alabama

When moving from Arkansas to Alabama, you must register your vehicle within 30 days of establishing residency. You must also transfer your driver's license within 30 days. Plan to visit the Alabama DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in Alabama costs $23-$53 based on vehicle value. Title transfer fee is $18 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 2%. Budget for these costs before your move.

Alabama requires emissions testing: Jefferson and Shelby counties only. No recurring safety inspection is required. Check if your specific county requires testing.

Alabama requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/25 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current Arkansas minimums are 25/50/25. You must update your insurance to meet Alabama requirements before registering.

Alabama requires rear only plates (Arkansas requires rear only). Surrender out-of-state plates; new AL plates issued. You will need to surrender your Arkansas plates and obtain new Alabama plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official Alabama DMV at https://revenue.alabama.gov/motor-vehicle/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.