VA DMV VA DMV Vehicle Registration and Titling Questions and Answers

Question 1

How long does a new Virginia resident have to register their vehicle after establishing residency?

Accepted Answer

60 days

Answer

15 days

Answer

30 days

Answer

90 days

Question 2

What document proves ownership when registering a vehicle in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Vehicle title

Answer

Driver's license

Answer

Insurance card

Answer

Bill of sale only

Question 3

How often must Virginia vehicle registrations be renewed?

Accepted Answer

Every year or every two years

Answer

Every 3 years

Answer

Every 5 years

Answer

Only when selling the vehicle

Question 4

What is required to transfer a vehicle title in Virginia when selling a car?

Accepted Answer

Signed title, odometer disclosure, and lien release if applicable

Answer

Only a bill of sale

Answer

Only the license plates

Answer

A notarized letter from the seller

Question 5

Within how many days must a Virginia vehicle title be transferred after purchase?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

15 days

Answer

45 days

Answer

60 days

Question 6

What is the penalty for operating an unregistered vehicle in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

A Class 4 misdemeanor

Answer

A written warning only

Answer

A Class 3 misdemeanor

Answer

A Class 1 misdemeanor