The Town Clerk’s Office registers automobiles, trucks, RVs, boats, all other watercraft, trailers, motorcycles and ATVs.
Online Renewals: http://invoicecloud.com/bradfordnh
When processing an online payment you will see the convenience fee processed as a separate transaction.
PLEASE NOTE: There are additional fees to cover the cost of the credit card processing (2.95% with a $1.95 minimum). These fees go directly to our third party processor and are not retained by the town/city. Credit card convenience fees cannot be refunded. If your payment is returned there will be additional penalty fees.
New residents to the state have 60 days to register their vehicle and obtain a NH driver’s license.
I am a Bradford resident, what do I need to register my new vehicle?
- DEALERSHIP purchase: If you purchased a vehicle through a NH dealership you will need to bring the ( blue or white) title application. If you wish to transfer plates from your old vehicle to your new vehicle you will need to bring the current (cannot be expired) registration associated with the plates you wish to transfer. The DMV requires a certified registration to be turned in at the time of transfer. We can reprint the registration but it will be an additional $18.00 fee. When transferring plates whomever’s name is listed first is considered the “owner” of the plates and those plates can only be transferred to a vehicle in that person’s name. If there are two people listed the plate belongs to the first person listed and cannot be transferred into the second owner’s name.
- PRIVATE SALE: If you purchase a vehicle by private sale or from an out-of-state dealership, and the vehicle is model year 2000 or newer, you must provide a title that has been signed over to you. DMV requires all 2000 and newer vehicles to be titled, this is a one-time $27.00 fee. Whoever’s name is listed on the back of the title must be present to title and register the vehicle. You will need to show ID and sign the title application. If there are two (2) buyers listed then BOTH of you will need to be present. If you wish to transfer plates from your old vehicle to your new vehicle you will need to bring the current (cannot be expired) registration associated with the plates you wish to transfer. The DMV requires a certified registration to be turned in at the time of transfer. We can reprint the registration but it will be an additional $18.00 fee. When transferring plates whomever’s name is listed first is considered the “owner” of the plates and those plates can only be transferred to a vehicle in that person’s name. If there are two people listed the plate belongs to the first person listed and cannot be transferred into the second owner’s name. You have ten (10) days after registration to get your vehicle inspected.
- EXEMPT: If you purchase a vehicle by private sale, and the vehicle is model year 1999 or older, you must provide a bill of sale and have proof of VIN (i.e.: original old NH Registration, title or completed VIN Verification Form). If you wish to transfer plates from your old vehicle to your new vehicle you will need to bring the current (cannot be expired) registration associated with the plates you wish to transfer. The DMV requires a certified registration to be turned in at the time of transfer. We can reprint the registration but it will be an additional $18.00 fee. When transferring plates, whomever’s name is listed first is considered the “owner” of the plates and those plates can only be transferred to a vehicle in that person’s name. If there are two people listed the plate belongs to the first person listed and cannot be transferred into the second owner’s name. You have ten (10) days after registration to get your vehicle inspected.
If your vehicle has a GVW (gross vehicle weight) over 26,000 lbs we can only process the Town portion and you will have to go to a DMV location to finish the process. It will not be a valid registration until you complete the state portion with the DMV.
I purchased a vehicle through private sale, can I drive it without plates to get it home?
No. You will need to acquire a 20-day plate through the State DMV or DMV Substation. Information on temporary plates can be found here: Temporary Plates
Can I just put my plates onto my new vehicle?
No! That is not legal. You must come to the Town Clerk’s office and have a transfer done before you can put plates onto a vehicle.
I’d like to put my vehicle into my trust name, how do I do that?
Putting a vehicle into a trust would be considered a new transaction. It would be as if you, the owner, were selling the vehicle to the trust. If it is a 2000 or newer it would require the vehicle to be retitled and reregistered. You would NOT be able transfer plates and will need to get new plates. We will need to see the trust paperwork if you do not already have anything else registered in your trust name.
I just moved to Bradford, New Hampshire, how do I register my vehicle?
- If you have a 2000 model year or newer AND the original out-of-state title in hand, you will need to bring the title, your out of state registration and proof of residency. DMV requires all 2000 and newer vehicles to be titled, this is a one time $27.00 fee. If you have a 1999 model year or older we will need to see proof to verify the VIN but are not required to title the vehicle.
- If you have a lienholder bring all lienholder information from when the original lien was set up . We will need the address for your title is being held, this may be different from the address you make payments. The State of NH will contact your lienholder for the title. You will also need to bring your out-of-state registration and proof of Bradford residency.
What types of plates can I get?
Standard Passenger Plates
Decal Plates $15 additional yearly cost Decal Plate Q & A
Moose Plates $30 additional yearly cost Moose Plates Q & A
Vanity Plates $40 additional yearly cost
State Park Plates $85 additional yearly cost NH Sate Park Q & A
Can I get Antique Plates?
The DMV has requirements that must be met to get Antique Plates.
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Any motor vehicle, including a truck, regardless of its weight, over 25 years old, which is maintained for use in exhibitions, club activities, parades, and other functions of public interest. |
The Town Clerk’s office will process the Town portion and then you will have to go to a DMV location to process the State portion.
Can I get a title for my Antique Vehicle?
You must provide the original prior title or a VIN verification form (TDMV 19A), a bill of sale (if purchased within the past 12 months), and either the original prior owner’s registration or a completed Affidavit of Ownership for an Antique Vehicle (TDMV 105)
We cannot guarantee that an antique title can be produced.
If another prior title record can be found on NMVTIS, we require that document to be surrendered in order to issue a NH title.
How do I get a replacement license plate or decal?
Fill out the application found HERE and either return it to the State by mail or bring it to the Bradford Town Clerk’s office. There are fees associated with replacement plates and decals.
How do I get a vanity plate?
You need to come to the Town Clerk’s office first and then you will have to go to a DMV location to finish the process. The registration will not be valid until you complete the State portion with the DMV: Vanity Plates
How do I get a replacement registration because I lost mine?
You can either fill out a replacement form found HERE and mail it into the State. You can also come to the Town Clerk’s office and get it replaced for a fee of $18.00.
Motor Vehicle Title Applications- $27.00 one time charge
BOAT REGISTRATION AND ALL OTHER WATERCRAFT:
Boat renewals are sent from the State around January and can be mailed into the State or processed at the Town Clerk’s Office. There are additional fees when processing at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Boats that meet the following criteria must be registered in the State of New Hampshire:
- Any boat being used in New Hampshire more than 51% of the time.
- Any Out of State resident using the boat in New Hampshire for more than 30 consecutive days. Any watercraft (rows, jet skis, etc.) that has a motor (including electric motors).
- Any sailboat that is 12ft – 20ft is required to be registered in the State of New Hampshire.
- https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/registration/boat.htm
Boater Education :
- Everyone over age 16, who drives a boat with 25 horsepower or more, must complete the Department of Safety’s Boating Education Course and pass their exam.
- If you are younger than 16 and want to drive a boat you must have a passenger who has completed the Department of Safety’s Boating Education Course and is older than 18.
For more information visit www.boat-ed.com