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?
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.