West Virginia

When moving from Massachusetts to West Virginia, 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 West Virginia DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in West Virginia costs $51.50. Title transfer fee is $15 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 6%. Budget for these costs before your move.

West Virginia requires a safety inspection (Biennial). Your vehicle must pass a mechanical safety check. No emissions test is required.

West Virginia requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/25 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current Massachusetts minimums are 20/40/5. You must update your insurance to meet West Virginia requirements before registering.

West Virginia requires rear only plates (Massachusetts requires front and rear). Surrender out-of-state plates; new WV plates issued. You will need to surrender your Massachusetts plates and obtain new West Virginia plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official West Virginia DMV at https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.