DMV Frequently Asked Questions
HOW TO REGISTER A NEW/USED CAR, TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed MV-82 (sections 1,2,4 and sign section 6)
3) DTF-802 (Sections 1-5)
- If the vehicle is a gift, a 2015 or newer purchase, or was sold for less then fair market value, have the seller fill out Section 6.
4) Bill of Sale
5) The most recently issued title, signed by the seller and by the new owner. (Not a copy)
6) A bar coded insurance card (FS-20,FS-21, FS-75). All registrant's names must be included on the card. This can be emailed to oswegodmv@oswegocounty.com or pulaskidmv@oswegocounty.com depending upon where you’re dropping off your paperwork. You may also fax the forms to us ahead of time.
Oswego Fax: 315-349-8309
Pulaski Fax: 315-298-7566
7) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
8) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
9) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the full amount until we process the transaction. You can estimate the cost as follows:
8% for sales tax
$20 Use county fee for pickups & vehicles over 3500 LBS. $10 for vehicles 3500 LBS & lower
$50 Title fee
$25 Plate fee
$75-100 per year for two years registration
Estimated Cost: $160-$195 plus sales tax
HOW TO TRANSFER PLATES TO NEW/USED VEHICLE
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed MV-82 (Sections 1,2,4 and sign section 6)
- Be sure to put your plate number in the top right corner of Section 1.
3) DTF-802 (Sections 1-5)
- If the vehicle is a gift, a 2015 or newer purchase, or was sold for less then fair market value, have the seller fill out Section 6.
4) Bill of Sale
5) The most recently issued title, signed by the seller and by the new owner. (Not a copy)
6) A bar coded insurance card (FS-20,FS-21, FS-75). All registrant's names must be included on the card. This can be emailed to oswegodmv@oswegocounty.com or pulaskidmv@oswegocounty.com depending upon where you’re dropping off your paperwork. You may also fax the forms to us ahead of time.
Oswego Fax: 315-349-8309
Pulaski Fax: 315-298-7566
7) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
8) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
9) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the full amount until we process the transaction. You can estimate the cost as follows:
8% Sales tax
$50 Title fee
$?? Possible additional registration fees based on weight differences
$10 Transfer fee
Estimated Cost: At least $60 plus Sales Tax
HOW TO REGISTER TRAILERS/ATVS
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed MV-82 (sections 1,2,4 and sign section 6)
3) DTF-802 (Sections 1-5)
- If the vehicle is a gift, a 2015 or newer purchase, or was sold for less then fair market value, have the seller fill out Section 6.
4) Bill of Sale
5) The most recently issued title OR Transferable Registration, signed by the seller and the new owner. (Not a copy)
6) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
7) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
8) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the cost until after we run the transaction, sorry for the inconvenience.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A DUPLICATE TITLE
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed Application for Duplicate Title (PDF) (MV-902)
3) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
5) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
The cost of a duplicate title is $20.00.HOW TO RENEW A CAR/ TRUCK/ MOTORCYCLE/ TRAILERS/ ATVS
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed MV-82 (Sections 1,2,4 and sign section 6) OR an invitation.
- Be sure to put your plate number in the top right corner of Section 1.
- Make sure to fill out seating capacity.
3) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
5) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the cost until after we run the transaction, sorry for the inconvenience.HOW TO APPLY FOR A NON DRIVER STATE ID
All new applications must be done through in-person visits at either Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Starting May 2023 the US is requiring either a Real or Enhanced ID in order to either fly domestically or enter Federal buildings.
1) You must provide 6 points of name as found on the ID-44.
- If you are 16 years old or younger, parental consent is required
- If you are 21 years old or younger a parent or guardian may come with you and fill out a Statement of Identity which you can find here. That is worth 4 Points.
2) A Proof of Citizenship Which Can Include:
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
3) A Completed MV-44.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept cash, checks, and credit/debit cards.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A STATE LEARNERS PERMIT
All new applications must be done through in-person visits at either Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Starting May 2023 the US is requiring either a Real or Enhanced ID in order to either fly domestically or enter Federal buildings.
1) You must provide 6 points of name as found on the ID-44.
- If you are 16 years old or younger, parental consent is required
- If you are 21 years old or younger a parent or guardian may come with you and fill out a Statement of Identity (MV-45) which you can find here. That is worth 4 Points.
2) A Proof of Date of Birth, Which Can Include:
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
3) One Proof of Residency UNLESS a Statement of Identity (MV-45) is filled out. You can find all acceptable proofs on form ID-44. Some common ones can include:
- Utility Bills
- Bank Statements
- Pay Stubs
- Postmarked Mail
4) A Completed MV-44.
5) A Form of Payment. We accept cash, checks, and credit/debit cards.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A DRIVERS LICENCE WHEN COMING FROM ANOTHER STATE (RECIPROCITY)
All new applications must be done through in-person visits at either Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Starting May 2023 the US is requiring either a Real or Enhanced ID in order to either fly domestically or enter Federal buildings.
1) You must provide your out of state id and at least 2 more points of name as found on the ID-44.
- If you are 16 years old or younger, parental consent is required
- If you are 21 years old or younger a parent or guardian may come with you and fill out a Statement of Identity which you can find here. That is worth 4 Points.
- You are required to surrender the out of State Licence.
- The other points can include items such as your social security card.
2) One Proof of Residency. You can find all acceptable proofs on form ID-44. Some common ones can include:
- Utility Bills
- Bank Statements
- Pay Stubs
- Postmarked Mail
3) A Completed MV-44.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept cash, checks, and credit/debit cards.
HOW TO UPGRADE TO A REAL/ ENHANCED LICENSE/ PERMIT/ NDID
All new applications must be done through in-person visits at either Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Starting May 2023 the US is requiring either a Real or Enhanced ID in order to either fly domestically or enter Federal buildings.
We suggest looking over form ID-44 before arriving as it has all the details listed below and more.
To determine what type of license that would best suit your needs, please use the provided guide available HERE.
We may require more information depending upon your individual circumstance.
Minimum Required Documents:
1) Your Current Drivers License/ Permit/ Non Driver ID or provide 6 points of name as found on the ID-44.
2) A Proof of Citizenship Which Can Include:
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
3) A Proof of Social Security Which Can Include:
- Social Security Card
- A Current W-2 With your Social Security Number Printed
- US Paystub which includes full Social Security Number
4) If you changed your name for any reason from the one shown on your birth certificate, we will need to see the official documents showing the new and previous name UNLESS you have a VALID passport with your current name on it. These documents must be original and can include:
- Official Marriage Certificate from a State
- Divorce Decree which allow for name changes
- Official Court Name Change Document
5) Two Proofs of Residency. You can find all acceptable proofs on form ID-44. Some common ones can include:
- Utility Bills
- Bank Statements
- Pay Stubs
- Unopened Postmarked Mail
6) A Completed MV-44.
7) A Form of Payment. We accept cash, checks, and credit/debit cards.
HOW TO RENEW A PERMIT/LICENSES/NON-DRIVER ID
Renewals can be processed through in-person visits at either Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID.
2) A completed MV-44 (sections 1,2,4 and sign section 6) OR an invitation.
3) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
5) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
HOW TO REGISTER A NEW/USED BOAT
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) MV 82-B for the Boat
3) MV-82 For The Trailer if it’s a combination.
3) DTF-802 (Sections 1-5)
- If the vehicle is a gift, a 2015 or newer purchase, or was sold for less then fair market value, have the seller fill out Section 6.
5) The most recently issued title OR Transferable Registration, signed by the seller and the new owner. (Not a copy)
6) If there’s a trailer: The transferable registration signed over to the new owner. (Not a copy)
7) Bill of Sale
8) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
9) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
10) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the cost until after we run the transaction, sorry for the inconvenience.
HOW TO RENEW A BOAT
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) MV 82-B
3) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
4) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
5) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the cost until after we run the transaction, sorry for the inconvenience.HOW TO REGISTER A SNOWMOBILE
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142.
Must Be Included:
1) A photo copy of your driver’s license, permit, or Non-Driver- ID. We also accept 6 pts of id with proof of date of birth which you can find on form ID-82.
2) A completed Snowmobile Registration Application (PDF) (MV-82SN)
3) DTF-802 (Sections 1-5)
- If the vehicle is a gift, a 2015 or newer purchase, or was sold for less then fair market value, have the seller fill out Section 6.
4) The Transferable Registration, signed by the seller and the new owner. (Not a copy)
5) Bill of Sale
6) Copy of a Snow Club Voucher if applicable.
7) The best phone number to reach you. We will call you when it’s done.
8) A Form of Payment. We accept checks filled out to the Oswego county clerk and signed. We will fill in the amount. We also accept notes asking us to call you for your credit/debit card information, or you may complete page 3 of the MV-82 which has the credit card authorization which can also be found Here
9) You may also include a note specifying if you wish to pick up your documents or for us to mail them back to you.
We will not know the cost until after we run the transaction, sorry for the inconvenience.
HOW TO SURRENDER PLATES
Please bring the following to Oswego Motor Vehicle at 384 East River Road, Oswego NY 13126 , Fulton Motor Vehicle 200 N 2nd St, Fulton, NY 13069 , OR Pulaski Motor Vehicle at 2 Broad Street, Pulaski NY 13142. You may also put it in our 24/7 drop boxes at all locations.
1) Both plates if available.
2) $1 in cash (Oswego County Fee for turning in plates)
3) If both plates were lost, stolen, or confiscated from the police, please provide a MV-78B from the police instead.
Please put these items in an envelope with your name and phone number on the front OR print out a PD-7 and include it with the package. We will backdate the surrender to the day you drop them off and then mail you out the receipts.
HOW CAN I SCHEDULE A ROAD TEST Or A 5 HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE?
You can schedule a road test in one of two ways. You can either schedule the test online HERE OR you can also schedule, reschedule or cancel your test over the phone at 1-518-402-2100 .
When you arrive at the test, you must provide the proof of your five hour course and the Certificate of Supervised Driving (MV-262) driving IF you are under 18.
For CDLS, you will need to make an appointment to come in and amend your license AT LEAST 3 DAYS AFTER you pass your road test.
Click HERE to search for a qualified 5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course.
*** New York State now required you to have a Photo Learners Permit before Taking the 5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course***
WHAT ARE THE NEW FEDERAL CDL GUIDELINES?
Effective February 7th, 2022- Customers looking to either obtain a CDL class A or B permit, upgrade to a CDL class A or B, or add a Passenger, School Bus, or Haz-Mat Endorsement MUST complete a federally mandated entry level driver training course.
For more information Visit New York DMV | Entry Level Driver Training FAQ (ny.gov)
A list of providers will be forthcoming, but you can sign up for updates here Training Provider Registry (dot.gov)