South Carolina

When moving from North Carolina to South Carolina, you must register your vehicle within 45 days of establishing residency. You must also transfer your driver's license within 90 days. Plan to visit the South Carolina DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in South Carolina costs $24. Title transfer fee is $15 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 5% (capped at $500). Budget for these costs before your move.

South Carolina does not require safety inspections or emissions testing. This simplifies your vehicle transfer process.

South Carolina requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/25 (bodily injury per person / per accident / property damage, in thousands). Your current North Carolina minimums are 30/60/25. You must update your insurance to meet South Carolina requirements before registering.

South Carolina requires rear only plates (North Carolina requires front and rear). Surrender out-of-state plates; new SC plates issued. You will need to surrender your North Carolina plates and obtain new South Carolina plates.

For the most current requirements, fees, and forms, visit the official South Carolina DMV at https://www.scdmvonline.com/. Requirements can change, so verify before your move.