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Vehicle Registration
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Looking to register a vehicle in the wonderful state of Arkansas? Well, you’ve come to the right place. With this guide you will obtain all the necessary information regarding how to apply for your vehicle registration as well as what exactly you will need to do before you apply to ensure that you meet all requirements. In order to do this you will need to take steps and follow procedures that we have organized for you with all the necessary information regarding registering your vehicle in the state of Arkansas.
Whether you’re looking to register a specific type of vehicle, renew your soon to be expired registration, replace a lost, stolen, or damaged registration, or update your current vehicle registration, all of this information and more will be provided for you fast, easy, and stress free! Our purpose is to help you get ready and know exactly how to prepare properly by providing you all the tools and information you may need from beginning to end in this process. So, don’t worry and just allow us to make your life slightly less complicated.
Registration Insurance Requirements
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You will be required to obtain proper Arkansas insurance when you go to register your vehicle. This is a necessary requirement in order to help reduce the number of uninsured drivers on the road which can often result in high costs if you are involved in any vehicle accident.
Your insurance company will issue your proof of insurance by providing you an Arkansas insurance ID card. When you go to register your vehicle you will need to have it insured; by signing the vehicle registration application you are asserting that your vehicle is properly insured in the state of Arkansas.
In order to be able to apply for your vehicle registration it will be mandatory that you obtain liability insurance before you are allowed to register and legally drive it without any consequences. What is the purpose of liability insurance? Well, if you are involved in a car accident it is important that any and all damages or injuries you cause someone else can be paid for without causing you financial difficulty.
Minimum Vehicle Liability Insurance Policy:Bodily Injury, Per Person …………………………………………………………………….. $25,000
Multiple Bodily Injury, Per Accident ……….……….……….……….……….…….…... $50,000
Property Damage, Per Accident ….…………………………….……….……….....……. $25,000
Your liability insurance must be an Arkansas state insurance coverage; out-of-state insurance plans will not be accepted. The insurance plan must be maintained valid even when your vehicle is no longer in use. The DMV office will subject you to monthly checkups to verify that your vehicle is properly insured according to the Arkansas DMV requirements, if your information does not return verified from the insurance company, you may face fines and the possible suspension of your vehicle registration.
Therefore, in the event that you are pulled over by a police officer and you are unable to provide proof insurance even though you do hold the necessary vehicle insurance required by the state of Arkansas, you will face a traffic citation along with a $50 fine. However, if you are do not hold any of the required vehicle insurance policies you may be exposed to further fines and suspensions.
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TipIf you have any questions or concerns regarding having your driver license suspended due to lack of vehicle insurance in Arkansas, make sure to contact the Arkansas DMV at 501-682-4692 or the DFA Insurance Verification Program at 501-682-7932.
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Registering Your Vehicle In Arkansas
The most important part of registering your vehicle in Arkansas is taking a look at the requirements you will need to meet as well as the steps you must take depending on the type of vehicle you own. Whether you are registering a new, used, out-of-state, military, or special type of vehicle, you should see the specific instructions to have it registered so you can make sure the process is as easy and quick as possible. You can simply take a look at the outlined steps below to better understand what exactly you must do in order to register your vehicle in Arkansas and begin driving legally as soon as possible!
FeesWhen it is time to register your vehicle you will need to pay the following fees based on the type of vehicle you own.
Passenger Vehicles and Motor Homes3,000 Lbs. or Less ………..……………..…………….........................................$17
3,001 to 4,500 Lbs. ……………………………………………………..…... $25
4,501 Lbs. or Over ……………………………………………….……..……. $30
TrucksAll Trucks …………………………....……………………………………..……. $21
Motorcycles250 CC or More …………………………………………………….……..….. $7
Less than 250 CC ………………………………………….………….……... $3
Side Cars ………………………………………………………………….…….. $2
You will also need to pay an additional $1.00 fee if your license plate needs to be mailed to you from the Special License Unit, as well as a standard $2.50 fee for every decal validation. It is also mandatory that you pay a six percent tax of any vehicle that is $4,000 or more; this increases to seven percent for all Texarkana residents. also do not forget to pay any necessary local taxes when registering your vehicle.
Late Registration FeeIt is essential that you register your vehicle within 30 days of purchasing it; otherwise you will need to pay all required late fees. The following are late fees you will need to pay when you register
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your vehicle after 30 days:
Late Registration ………………………………….. $3 for every 10 days late
Late Sales Tax Payment …………………… 10 percent of sales tax owed
However, you will not be required pay the late fees if you have yet to operate your vehicle since you purchased it and have exceeded the 30 day requirement. In order to be exempt from the late fee charges you will need to fill out the Affidavit of Non-Use (Form 10-300) at the Arkansas DMV office and hand it along with your vehicle registration documents and payment.
REGISTER A NEW VEHICLEAfter purchasing your new vehicle you will have up to 30 days to register your vehicle with the Arkansas DMV office. If the vehicle is purchased is brand new, you will need to take the following steps:
• Visit the DMV office
• Provide proof of ownership through a signed Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO)
• Provide a signed copy of your lien agreement, if necessary
• Fill out a State of Arkansas Vehicle Bill of Sale/Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 10-313)
o Or proof of Odometer Disclosure Statement, for vehicle’s less than 10 years
o Vehicle’s with title control numbers less than 3003001 will need to submit a separate Form 10-313
• Provide proof of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), only required if your vehicle is designated as salvage or any similar designations
• Provide proof that your vehicle has been assessed, or will be assessed within the current year
• Provide proof of having paid your personal property taxes:
o County Tax Collector Receipt
o Certified Assessment Papers
• Provide proof of your vehicle insurance
• Present your old vehicle registration, only necessary if you wish to transfer your license plates from your previous vehicle to your new one
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• Pay all the necessary registration fees
Allow for your permanent vehicle registration certificate and license plates to arrive in the mail within 10 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.
REGISTER A USED VEHICLEWhen you purchase a vehicle you must be sure to register it within 30 days of purchasing or having the title signed over to you. In order to register a used vehicle in the state of Arkansas you will have to complete the following steps carefully:
• Visit the DMV office
• Provide proof of ownership through a vehicle title signed by yourself and the seller
• Provide a signed copy of your lien agreement, if necessary
• Fill out a State of Arkansas Vehicle Bill of Sale/Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 10-313)
o Or proof of Odometer Disclosure Statement, for vehicle’s less than 10 years
o Vehicle’s with title control numbers less than 3003001 will need to submit a separate Form 10-313
• Provide proof of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), only required if your vehicle is designated as salvage or any similar designations
• Provide proof that your vehicle has been assessed, or will be assessed within the current year
• Provide proof of having paid your personal property taxes:o County Tax Collector Receipt
o Certified Assessment Papers
• Provide proof of your vehicle insurance
• Present your old vehicle registration, only necessary if you wish to transfer your license plates from your previous vehicle to your new one
• Pay all the necessary registration fees
Allow for your permanent vehicle registration certificate and license plates to arrive in the mail within 10 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.
REGISTER AN OUT-OF-STATE VEHICLEHave you recently moved or purchased a vehicle and would like to register the vehicle
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in Arkansas? Then you will have to take the below steps to have it properly registered within 30 days of becoming an Arkansas resident.
To begin the process to register your vehicle in Arkansas, please follow the steps below:
• Visit the DMV office
• Present your out-of-state vehicle registration
• Present your certificate of title
o You can also provide proof that your vehicle is financed
• Provide proof of vehicle insurance
• Fill out the Vehicle Registration Application
• Provide proof of the Bill of Sale
• Provide proof of your vehicle’s Odometer Disclosure Statement
• Provide proof of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Provide proof that your vehicle has been assessed, or will be assessed within the current year
• Pay all the necessary
Allow for your permanent vehicle registration certificate and license plates to arrive in the mail within 10 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office.
REGISTRATION FOR MILITARY MEMBERSAs an active military member resident of Arkansas stationed within the state or out of state you will have to take the same general steps seen above in order to register your vehicle. In the case that you are not an Arkansas resident, you will simply have to maintain your vehicle registered and insured in your home state while you reside in Arkansas.
However, you can also register your vehicle in Arkansas using the steps outlined above, though you will not be required to pay for neither an assessment nor any personal taxes. If you at any moment become an Arkansas resident you will have to register your vehicle using one of the outlined methods above as any Arkansas resident is required.
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Renewing Your Vehicle Registration
Is it time to renew your vehicle registration? Much like with many things in life, such as your driver license and even food products, your vehicle registration will be at risk of expiring. This of course can be solved by simply making sure to renew your vehicle’s registration before the expiration date is allowed to pass by unattended. In order to begin the process of renewing your vehicle’s registration, you will be required by law to have it assessed, pay all personal property taxes owed, and maintain your liability insurance. This information is checked by the Arkansas DMV office before you go renew your registration, therefore if you are missing any of those three necessary things you will not be allowed to renew by phone or online. Instead, you will have to comply with the DMV’s requirement in order to renew in person or by mail by providing proof of your current personal property tax assessment by the previous October 10, or proof of your vehicle liability insurance coverage. Until these requirements are fulfilled you will not be allowed to renew your vehicle registration in Arkansas. For further assistance please contact the DMV office at 1-888-389- 8336.To renew your vehicle registration in person or through mail you will have to take the following steps:
• Present your renewal notice
• Pay the necessary renewal fee
o The renewal fee will be stated on your renewal notice
• Visit the DMV office
OR
• Mail the above documents and payment to the following address:
Office of Motor Vehicle
P.O. Box 3153
Little Rock, AR 72203
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FeesWhen it is time to your vehicle registration renewal you will need to pay the following fees based on the type of vehicle you own.
Passenger Vehicles and Motor Homes
3,000 Lbs. or Less ……..……………..……………..…………….….…..… $17
3,001 to 4,500 Lbs. ……………………………..……………………...…… $25
4,501 Lbs. or Over ……………………………………………………………. $30
Trucks
Trucks and Vans Rated ½ and ¾ Ton ………………….....……………… $21
One Ton Trucks and Vans ……………………………………………… $21
It is important to remember that when renewing passenger vehicles, motor homes, and trucks you will need to pay a validation decal fee of $2.50 and a postage fee of $.25. You will also need to pay an additional $1.00 fee if your license plate needs to be mailed to you from the Special License Unit.
Motorcycles
250 CC or More ……………………………………………………... ….. $7
Less than 250 CC …………………………………………..…………… $3
Side Cars …………………………………………………………….……$2
Motorcycles, except for the side cars, will be required to pay a $2.50 fee for the validation decal.
Other
All-Terrain Vehicles …………………………........................……………. $5
Standard Transmission Motorized Bicycles …………………....…….. $3
Automatic Transmission Motorized Bicycles …………………… Exempt
Mobile/Manufactured Homes ……………….………………………. $26
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Only the standard transmission motorized bicycles require you to pay the $2.50 decal validation fee.
RENEWING ONLINEIn the case that you are interested in renewing your vehicle registration online, make sure that you do not owe any taxes to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.Once you meet the above criteria it’s time to renew your registration; all you need to do is follow these steps:
• Visit the Arkansas ARSTAR online system
• Provide your renewal ID number
• Provide your verification code
• Pay the necessary renewal fee
To renew your vehicle registration without your renewal notice, you will have to take slightly different steps:
• Visit the Arkansas ARSTAR online system
• Select the option “What if I don’t have my renewal reminder?”
• Provide the last four digits of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Provide your license plate number
• Provide your zip code
• Pay the necessary renewal fee
After you’ve completed the above steps your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 10 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
RENEWING BY PHONEThe last option you have to renew your vehicle registration would be by phone with an Arkansas DMV representative. to do this though you will need to:
• Contact the Arkansas DMV office at 501-682-4692
• Provide all of your vehicle information
• Pay the necessary renewal fee
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After you’ve completed the above steps your permanent registration should arrive in the mail within 10 days, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
TipWhen you make a payment to the DMV office you will have different options. Each office in the state of Arkansas has preferred payment
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Replacing Your Vehicle Registration
Has something happened to your vehicle registration? Well, it doesn’t matter if your registration was recently lost, stolen, or even damaged, the Arkansas DMV will help you in obtaining a new vehicle registration as soon as possible regardless of the situation. no matter what, you will be able to effortlessly replace it with a new duplicate vehicle registration.
For you to be able to replace your vehicle’s decal or license plate all it requires of you is to do a few things:
• Visit the DMV office
• Fill out the Vehicle Registration Application (Form 10-381)
• Provide one proof of identity:
o Arkansas Driver License
o Valid U.S. Passport
• Provide your reason for needing to obtain a duplicate vehicle registration
• Pay the $10 replacement fee
After you’ve completed the above steps the DMV office will provide you with your duplicate vehicle registration, if you have any further questions please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
TipMake sure you report your license plate when it is lost, damaged, or stolen and you seek to replace it. Obtaining a police report with the police office stating your registration was lost due to a crime will alert authorities to search for the criminal and will help to prevent identity theft.
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Updating Your Vehicle Registration
Whether you are moving homes to a new city or making a major change such as changing some part of your name, you will need to consider how these changes affect your legal documents. So, it is important that you learn how to make these changes to your life in case you make these decisions.
CHANGING YOUR NAMEMaking any type of change to your legal name will have a major effect on your legal documentation, including your vehicle registration. If you have officially changed your name, you will be required to change it on all of your identification documents and cards, including your vehicle registration.
In order to change your name on your vehicle’s registration you will first be required to transfer your title from your original name as the seller to your new name as the buyer.
Now, how to do this is very simple, all you must do is follow the steps below that best apply to your situation:
• Visit the DMV office
• Present your vehicle registration document
• Provide proof of any name changes, if necessary:
o Marriage Certificate
o Divorce Decree
o Court Order
• Pay any necessary fees
After you complete the above steps, your vehicle registration will be updated with your new legal name. You will need to apply for a duplicate vehicle registration afterwards in order for your legal name to show on your vehicle registration, to do this please take the following steps:
• Visit the DMV office
• Fill out the Vehicle Registration Application (Form 10-381)
• Provide one proof of identity:
o Arkansas Driver License
o Valid U.S. Passport
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• Provide the reason why you need to obtain a duplicate registration
• Pay the $10 replacement fee
Once you’ve completed the above steps, the DMV office will provide you with your duplicate vehicle registration. If you have any further questions please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
CHANGING YOUR ADDRESSHave you recently moved? Well there’s nothing to worry about because changing the address on your vehicle registration is really simple. Once you move, you will be required to change your address either through obtaining a duplicate vehicle registration or by renewing your vehicle registration when the time comes to renew.
To change your address with the Arkansas DMV office you need to:
• Visit the Arkansas ARSTAR website
• Provide the last four digits of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Provide your license plate number
• Provide your ZIP code
• Complete the necessary steps
After you’ve completed the above steps the DMV office’s system will update your address with your new one immediately; otherwise, please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
TipMake sure you change your legal name with the office of Social Security at least three days before you change it with the Arkansas DMV office. Your legal name must be valid with the Social Security office records in order for you to change your name with the DMV office.
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License Plates
When you go to register your vehicle at the Arkansas DMV office, you will automatically be assigned a license plate number. This will mean that every time you go to renew your vehicle registration your license plate will also be renewed. The DMV office will provide you with a decal to attach to your license plate which will state the date of expiration. You will be responsible for maintaining your license plate valid at all times in order to legally drive in the state of Arkansas.
You can obtain a standard Arkansas license plate when you go to apply for one. But that won’t be your only option; instead you can chose to get a plate that best fits your tastes either in design, message, or both. You also don’t have to settle for boring or standard license plates, in the state of Arkansas you have the option of obtaining a license plate that fits your personality, hobbies, or interests if your request is approved by the Arkansas DMV office.
GETTING CUSTOM PLATESThere are many different options for you to choose from if you are looking to obtain a personalized license plate for your vehicle; you can have a personalized license plate with up to seven characters, numbers, and spaces. For motorcycles the character limit for letters, numbers, and spaces is six. You will need to pay the additional fee for your specialty or personalized license plate whenever your go to renew your vehicle registration.
If you would like to obtain your custom license plate you must take the first steps on deciding what type you would like to obtain:
• Take a look through the Arkansas DMV website
• Select on what type of personalized license plate you would like to obtain
• Fill out the appropriate application form
• Pay the necessary fees
o Fees for specialty license plates vary
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• Visit the DMV office to submit the above document and payments at the following address:
Special License Plate1900 West 7th St.Room 1040Ragland Building Little Rock, AR 72203
OR
• Mail them in to the following address:Special License Plate P.O. Box 1272
Little Rock, AR 72203
After you’ve completed the above steps, your custom license plates should arrive in the mail within a few weeks, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
Personalized License Plates OnlineHowever, if you only wish to obtain a personalized license plate and not a specialty license plate, then you can simply obtain one online by taking the following steps:
• Visit the Arkansas DMV website
• Select your vehicle type
• Create a seven character personalized combination for standard vehicles
o The character limit is six for motorcycles
• Pay the $25 personalized license plate fee
o Must be paid with a valid credit card or electronic check
After you’ve completed the above steps your custom license plates should arrive in the mail within a few weeks, otherwise please contact the DMV office at 501-682-4692.
REPLACING YOUR LICENSE PLATESThere may be a time when you may need to replace your vehicle’s license plates, whether it is due to having them stolen, damaged, or perhaps lost. Regardless, replacing your license plates in the state of Arkansas is a simple and clean process that only requires that you contact the DMV office for further instructions at 1-800-941-2580.
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SURRENDERING ARKANSAS LICENSE PLATESWhen it comes to selling your vehicle, or in the case that you are moving to another state or even country, you will not be required to surrender your license plates. You are allowed to keep them as keepsakes or even throw them out if you wish. However if you would prefer to hand your license plates to the Arkansas DMV you are free to do so; all you will have to do is visit a DMV office and hand them over. There will not be any charge and your license plates will simply be discarded, so consider perhaps if you would prefer to keep them as souvenirs instead!
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Vehicle Safety Tips
The most important thing before you begin driving any vehicle is that both you and the vehicle are well prepared for any trip you make. This means checking and making any changes to your vehicle or your behavior to make sure that you are able to drive safely at all times.
EMERGENCY KITOne of the essentials to safe driving is having a basic emergency kit available in your vehicle at all times. This kit should include basic items such as water, extra batteries, rope, First Aid kit, matches, a whistle, etc. During winter months it is also important to carry items such as blankets, non-perishable foods, extra gloves and socks, and a shovel.
WINTER DRIVINGOne of the most dangerous times to drive is during the winter, especially if you live in an area that snows. Therefore, it is best to consider these tips to drive safely during the winter.
• Don’t Rush! Roads are often covered in snow and ice after it snows, so instead
of driving fast and risking an accident in your rush to get to your destination try leaving a few minutes earlier than usual. This will allow you to drive slower and help to avoid rushing other drivers by not tailgating them if they are going slower.
• Don’t Panic If You Skid or Slip In the case that your vehicle does ski or slip while driving make sure
you do not panic and slam down on your brakes. Instead all you need to do is apply slow and even pressure on your brakes until you stop. This will prevent you from spinning further out of control.
• Check Your Vehicle Before you even leave your house make sure your vehicle’s controls,
brakes, tank, tires, antifreeze, exhaust, etc. are all working properly. It is also important that you remove all ice and snow from your car before you begin driving; this prevents the snow from blocking your view while you drive.
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DRINKING AND DRIVINGEvery year thousands are killed as a result of drinking and driving. This is something that is very easily prevented; it only requires that you plan ahead of time by taking these steps.
Even before you begin drinking you should arrange for someone else to be the designated driver. In the case that they also become intoxicated, it is important that you arrange to take a taxi. Never allow someone drunk to drive, instead take away their keys and call for alternative transportation.
If you see someone who you suspect is drunk, and they exhibit signs of intoxication while driving such as making wide turns, weaving, swerving, braking erratically, turning abruptly, etc. call 911 and contact authorities immediately. also make sure to avoid them on the road to ensure your own safety.
USING YOUR PHONEDriving while using your cellphone is one of the most dangerous things you can do because during those few seconds your attention is diverted to your phone, a major accident could occur. So, make sure you don’t text, use of the Internet on your phone, or receive calls while you drive to prevent accidents as best as possible.
THINGS TO AVOIDDriving isn’t always a relaxing experience. There are certain actions that can be both an annoyance and dangerous to you while on the road driving. These things are often avoidable if you make sure to take the necessary steps towards preventing them, as well as stopping them after you discover them to be occurring.
Car Accidents The best way to avoid car accidents is to ensure that your vehicle is safe to drive and will not cause you any problems. to do this you only need to regularly check that your brakes are functioning properly, your tires are inflated and not worn out, and that the steering and suspensions are checked by a mechanic and will not fail while you drive, especially at high speeds.
Wasting Gas As the price of gas goes up you may begin to start looking for ways to save on those expensive trips to the pump. Well, saving on gas is something that is possible if you take a few steps towards ensuring that you waste less gas.
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Some of the ways you can start saving gas are: not using air conditioning, not leaving your engine running, or speeding above 60 mph. These things are preventable and not necessary for you to drive, therefore you can quickly reduce the amount of gas you waste.
Another way to save on gas is to make sure that your vehicle is functioning properly, you can do this by checking that your tires are properly inflated, your engine is well tuned, and check that your octane level is the correct amount to your vehicle’s needs.
Aggressive DrivingAggressive driving and drivers are both things that should be avoided to prevent any on-road aggression or accidents. Aggressive driving is categorized as exhibiting behaviors such as aggressive tailgating, verbal or physically harassing another driver, preventing another driver from merging or passing.
However, if you are an aggressive driver, you are putting others at risk every time you do any of the above behaviors. If you encounter a frustrating situation on the road, instead of becoming aggressive, take a moment to breathe and relax before moving on.
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DMV Hours and Locations
The DMV has offices conveniently located across the state. Click here to learn more about DMV office locations, schedules, and waiting times.
Have you ever visited the DMV and realized that you forgot a document? Now you can avoid that and save the trip by using the online services. You will be able to complete the following transactions:
• File a Motor Vehicle Accident Report (SR-1)
• Look in the Motor Vehicle Dealer Licensee Directory Search
• Look in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturer/Distributor Licensee Directory Search
• Look in the Motor Vehicle Salesperson/Representative Licensee Directory Search
• Order personalized license plates
If you have any questions, you can call the DMV at the following number 501-682-4692 or faxing the motor vehicle’s office at 501-682-5599.
For general inquiries, you may contact the DMV office through their general online contact form here.
DON’T WASTE TIME AND MONEY DRIVING TO THE LICENSING OFFICE.
