Florida

When moving from New Mexico to Florida, 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 Florida DMV promptly after your move.

Registering your vehicle in Florida costs $14.50-$32.50 based on weight + $225 initial. Title transfer fee is $75.25 (title transfer is required). Vehicle sales/use tax is 6% (plus local discretionary). Budget for these costs before your move.

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

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

Florida requires rear only plates (New Mexico requires front and rear). Surrender out-of-state plates; new FL plates issued. You will need to surrender your New Mexico plates and obtain new Florida plates.

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