North Dakota

When moving from Michigan to North Dakota, 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 North Dakota DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in North Dakota costs $49-$274 based on weight/age. Title transfer fee is $5 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 5%. Budget for these costs before your move.

North Dakota does not require safety inspections or emissions testing. This simplifies your vehicle transfer process.

North Dakota requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/25 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current Michigan minimums are 50/100/10. You must update your insurance to meet North Dakota requirements before registering.

North Dakota requires both front and rear plates (Michigan requires rear only). Surrender out-of-state plates; new ND plates issued. You will need to surrender your Michigan plates and obtain new North Dakota plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official North Dakota DMV at https://dot.nd.gov/driver-vehicle/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.