Montana

When moving from Hawaii to Montana, you must register your vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency. You must also transfer your driver's license within 60 days. Plan to visit the Montana DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in Montana costs $87-$217 based on age. Title transfer fee is $12 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 0% (no sales tax). Budget for these costs before your move.

Montana requires emissions testing: Missoula County only. No recurring safety inspection is required. Check if your specific county requires testing.

Montana requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/20 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current Hawaii minimums are 20/40/10. You must update your insurance to meet Montana requirements before registering.

Montana requires both front and rear plates (Hawaii requires front and rear). Surrender out-of-state plates; new MT plates issued. You will need to surrender your Hawaii plates and obtain new Montana plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official Montana DMV at https://dojmt.gov/driving/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.