Licensing an Out of State Vehicle by New Residents
If you are a new resident to our state you will need the following documents to register your vehicle:
- A Verification of Vehicle Identification Number Form (DR2698) completed by one of the agencies listed on the form
- An emission test from an Air Care Colorado test station if applicable
- Proof of valid vehicle insurance - must be Colorado insurance, and effective the date you are registering your vehicle.
- Title to the vehicle or, if the title is held by a lien holder, a photocopy of the title or current out of state registration, vehicles from non-titling states or foreign countries should contact our office at 303.464.5888 for registration requirements.
- Lease agreement if vehicle is leased
- Proof of sales tax paid if applicable; dealer invoice, showing proof of taxes paid or be collected.
- Colorado Residency Establishment Form (DR 2504) completed by owner or lessee of vehicle.