Registration Information

   Plate Renewals

•     Renewal notices are mailed the last business day of the month prior to expiration. Example: if your license plate month sticker is June, your notice will be mailed the last business day of May.
•     Renewals can be processed the month before expiration.  
•     There is a 30 day grace period on renewals.
•     Effective 6/1/09 If you renew your license plates after the grace period, a late fee will be collected. SB 09-108.
•     If you renew your license plates after the grace period, a late fee of $25 will be collected. Maxing out at $100.
•     If you have moved within the last year and did not complete a change of address you may have not received your renewal notice.  
  •     In order to quickly change your address, visit mydmv.colorado.gov, or mail a request to update address along with vehicle information to the Pueblo Motor Vehicle Department.  
    •     Address changes made online take 24 hours to post.
•     Proof of insurance may be required if your renewal notice indicates “ 

PROVIDE PROOF OF INSURANCE

•     Secure and Verifiable Identification required.
•     Submit your payment along with your notice:
  •     ON LINE at mydmv.colorado.gov by credit card or E-check.
  •     BY MAIL with check/money order for exact amount due mailed to P.O. Box 555 or P.O. Box 878, Pueblo, Co 81002.
  •     Temporary or Out of State checks are unacceptable.
  •     DROP BOX – located at the information desk in office or Motor Vehicle front reception desk.
  •     BY KIOSK located at:
    •    Northside Albertsons - 1601 W US Highway 50 Pueblo, Co 81008
    •     Southside King Soopers- 3050 W Northern Ave, Pueblo, CO 81005 
    •     Pueblo West Safeway- 1017 N Market Pl, Pueblo West, CO 81007

In Pueblo County, you have four main ways to renew your vehicle registration. Most residents choose online or kiosk options to avoid waiting in line.

1. Online (Fastest Option)

You can renew through the Colorado myDMV portal.

• Website: mydmv.colorado.gov
• What you need: Your license plate number and a credit card or E-check.
• Delivery: Your new tabs and registration will be mailed to your address on file (usually arrives within 10–21 days).
  • Ensure your address is correct before renewing online. If your address is incorrect please update

2. Self-Service Kiosks

Pueblo County participates in the MV Express Kiosk program. These machines print your tags immediately. You can use any kiosk in Colorado, but the local ones are:

• Southside King Soopers: 3050 W. Northern Ave, Pueblo, CO 81005.
• Pueblo West Safeway: 1017 N. Market Plaza, Pueblo West, CO 81007.
• Northside Albertsons: 1601 W. US Highway 50, Pueblo, CO 81008.

3. In-Person or Drive-Thru

If you prefer to speak with someone or have a complex situation, you can visit a local office.

Link to hours/locations page.

• Historic Courthouse (Main Office): 215 W. 10th St. (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
• Motor Vehicle Drive-Thru: 1228 Routt Ave. (Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Sat, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM).
• Pueblo West Office: 267 S. Joe Martinez Blvd. (Hours Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm)Note: This is a "No Cash" office; cards or checks only

4. By Mail or Drop Box

Send your renewal notice and a check/money order payable to "Pueblo County Clerk" to:

• Address: P.O. Box 878, Pueblo, CO 81002.
• Drop Box: Located at the information desk inside the Historic Courthouse.

Important Requirements & Deadlines

• Grace Period: Colorado provides a one-month grace period after your tags expire. If you renew after the last day of the month following your expiration, a late fee of $25 per month (up to $100) will be charged.
• Proof of Insurance: Your renewal notice will specify if you need to provide proof of insurance. If renewing online or at a kiosk, this is usually verified electronically.
• Keep Colorado Wild Pass: Your renewal will include a $29 fee for a state parks pass unless you explicitly choose to opt out during the renewal process.

1. If You Bought from a Dealership

In Colorado, dealerships typically handle the title paperwork for you. Refer to Purchased Car from dealer page

• Wait for the "Title Complete Notice": The dealer sends paperwork to the County Clerk. Once processed (usually 4–6 weeks), you will receive a postcard in the mail called a "Title Complete Notice."
• Register Online or In-Person: Once you have that notice, you can go to myDMV.colorado.gov to register and have your plates mailed, or visit a Pueblo County Motor Vehicle office to get them immediately.
• Temporary Tags: Your dealer-issued paper tag is valid for 60 days. If it’s about to expire and you haven't received your notice, contact the dealer for an extension or check your title status on the myDMV website.
  • Late fees start to accrue the day the temporary tag expires

2. If You Bought from a Private Party

You are responsible for the entire process and must register the vehicle within 60 days of purchase to avoid late fees.

• Gather Your Documents:
  • The Title: Must be properly filled out
  • Bill of Sale: Required if the purchase price is not listed on the title.
  • Proof of Insurance: Must be Colorado insurance and VIN-specific unless stated otherwise such as Broad form insurance
  • Secure & Verifiable ID: Such as your Colorado Driver’s License.
  • VIN Verification: Only required if the vehicle was previously titled out-of-state.
• Visit the Office: You must go in person to your local DMV to submit these documents and pay the sales tax and registration fees.

What Will It Cost?

Colorado registration fees are some of the most complex in the U.S. because they include Specific Ownership Tax (SOT), which is based on the vehicle's original MSRP and age.

• Sales Tax: Due at the time of registration. If you bought from a dealer, they may have already collected this.
• Registration Fees: Expect to pay several hundred dollars for a brand-new vehicle.
• Electric Vehicles: As of July 2025, there is a $60.05 fee for Plug-In Electric Vehicles, plus a "Road Usage Fee" (currently $12.00 for Battery Electric or $8.00 for Plug-in Hybrids).
• Keep Colorado Wild Pass: An automatic $29 fee for a state parks pass is added unless you choose to opt out.

Renewal notices are mailed the last business day of the month prior to expiration.

Example: Expiration date is May 31, 2007 – Notice will be mailed the last business day of April.

There is NO grace period for Handicap Placards.

There is NO fee for the parking placard.

If you have moved within the last year and did not complete an address change in our department, you may not receive a notice. Contact our office for renewal instructions.

Submit your renewal notice:

• BY MAIL
• DROP BOX – located at the information desk in office
• IN PERSON

Your Insurance is required when:

• Your renewal notice indicates ‘PROVIDE PROOF OF INSURANCE” or if your record indicates insurance is required.
• Registering a vehicle for the first time or after being expired more than 2 years.
• Purchasing a temporary permit

If you are coming into the office to title or register a vehicle for the first time, and you are the owner of the vehicle, your Secure and Verifiable Identification will be required.

If someone other than the owner of the vehicle will be transacting on the owner’s behalf, to obtain a new title or new registration, the owner must designate an agent by notarized power of attorney, and the agent will be required to provide secure and verifiable identification.

Please visit the Colorado State Motor Vehicle Division website for a complete listing of available plate types.

Please visit the Colorado State Motor Vehicle Division website for a complete listing of all motor vehicle registration forms.

• A Vin Inspection must be completed by Law Enforcement or any Colorado Licensed Dealership for all Out of State vehicles.
• A certified weight slip is required on Out of State trucks.
• A certified weight slip is also required for Out of State trailers.