NEW VEHICLES

Purchased in-state:
 
     • Dealer will process all required paperwork and obtain your plates and registration for you.
 
Purchased out-of state:
 
The following documentation is required:
 
     • Manufacturers' Statement of Origin (MSO)
     • Notarized signatures of every registered owner to be shown on the title - this can be on a title application
       or in person at a licensing agency
     • Documentation of the purchase price - bill of sale or invoice from the out-of-state dealer
     • Federal Odometer statement
     • Name and address of lien holder

 
USED VEHICLES

Used Vehicles with a Washington State Title:
 
You are required to transfer the title within 15 days of purchase or you will be charged a penalty of up to $100.00
 
The following documentation is required:
 
     • Washington title or affidavit in lieu of title with proper signatures
     • Notarized signatures of every registered owner to be shown on the new title
     • Documentation of purchase price
     • Federal Odometer Statement if the vehicle is 9 years old or newer
     • Emission test if you live in an emission testing area - None required in Pend Oreille County
     • Washington State Dept. of Ecology
     • Name and address of lien holder
     • Evidence of scale (empty) weight on all powered vehicles - either on previous title or by certified weight slip

USED VEHICLES WITH OUT OF STATE PLATES AND DOCUMENTATION

The following documentation is required:
 
     • Title with proper signatures
     • Notarized signatures of every registered owner to be shown on the new title
     • Documentation of purchase price
     • Federal Odometer Statement if the vehicle is 9 years old or newer
     • Emission test if you live in an emission testing area –
     • None required in Pend Oreille County
     • Washington State Dept. of Ecology
     • Weight slip for all powered vehicles unless the scale, unladen or shipping weight is shown on the title
     • Physical inspection is no longer required, but an inspection fee will be charged at the time of licensing.
     • Name and mailing address of lien holder
 

NEW WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENT

If you are a new resident to the State of Washington you are required to license your vehicle within 30 days
of becoming a Washington resident.

The following documentation is required:

     • Out of State Title
     • If you have a lien holder who is holding your title you will need documentation verifying the name and address 
       of your lien holder and the current registration
     • Federal Odometer Statement if the vehicle is 9 years old or newer
     • Weight slip for all powered vehicles unless the scale, unladen or shipping weight is shown on the title from
       the other state.
     • Physical inspection is no longer required, but an inspection fee will be charged at the time of licensing.