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Does the Nevada DMV charge a fee if a driver moving out of state cancels their auto insurance before surrendering their license plates to the DMV?

By Todd Butterworth
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Nevada requires any vehicle registered in the state to be insured at all times; there is no grace period. Individuals moving out of state must cancel their vehicle registration before canceling their Nevada auto insurance or changing to an out-of-state policy. Failure to do things in this order can result in uninsured vehicle fees and fines ranging from $250 to $1,250 if the person wishes to register a Nevada vehicle in the future. Insurance from another state is not legal coverage for a car registered in Nevada.

When moving out of state, a driver can purchase a special "drive-away" permit at a DMV office after surrendering their license plates. Alternatively, license plates can be submitted by mail to the Nevada DMV after drivers arrive in their new state. 

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State of Nevada License Plate Surrender
State of Nevada DMV Insurance
State of Nevada DMV Frequently Asked Questions
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