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Motor Vehicles

Payments

All registrations require two checks or cash to complete the transaction. At this time, we do not accept credit or debit cards. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 547-6251.

New Purchase

Any vehicles purchased that are 15 years old or newer will require you to present a title application or a title. For vehicles older than 15 years, you will need a bill of sale and one of the following documents:

  • Previously issued NH Registration (copies acceptable)
  • Out of State Title (copies acceptable)
  • NH Title (copies acceptable)
  • Completed original VIN Verification Form; available for download or at the Town Clerk's Office

Renewals

If you previously registered a vehicle in Francestown, you will receive a renewal notice prior to your renewal month. Renewals may be processed in person or through the mail. Your old registration or your renewal notice must be presented to complete a renewal.

Transfers

Plate Transfers can only be done from same name to same name. When transferring plates, you must present the original vehicle registration form.

Lost Plates/Decals

You can come in to the office and fill out an application for lost plates/decals or get the form from the state online. We will issue you new decals or plates. Download the Application for Replacement Plates and/or Decals here.

Vanity Plates

Vanity plates may only be obtained when you purchase a new vehicle or at renewal time. If you wish to see what is available, please visit the motor vehicle website for a Plate Check. Vanity plates cost an additional $40 per year. You must also fill out an Application for Vanity Plates and bring it with you when you come in to register your vehicle. Read more about Vanity Plates on the NH DMV website.

Conservation Plates

Conservation plates cost an additional $30.00 per year, which is donated to a conservation fund and is tax deductible. You can visit the following website to learn more about the NH Moose Plate Program.

Boat Registrations

At this time we do not register boats here. We only register the trailers. You must then go to a surrounding town that registers boats (New Boston) or to the state.

Change of Address

Residents must notify the Department of Motor Vehicles of their new address within ten (10) days of a change. Forms are available at the Town Clerk’s office or online with the state: Record Change Request.

Lost Your Title

Just fill out the Application for Duplicate Certificate of Title and mail to the state along with a check. The application form tells you how much and where to mail to.