{"id":15480,"date":"2024-11-12T01:09:47","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T09:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"\/wp-site\/?p=15480"},"modified":"2024-11-26T13:04:53","modified_gmt":"2024-11-26T21:04:53","slug":"wisconsin-temporary-license-plate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jerry.ai\/dmv\/wisconsin-temporary-license-plate\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Temporary License Plate in Wisconsin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re a <a href=\"\/car-insurance\/wisconsin\/\">Wisconsin <\/a>resident and you buy a new car from a dealer, they will provide you with a set of temporary license plates to get you by until your regular plates arrive. But if you\u2019re from out-of-state or buying from a private seller, the rules can be a little more complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-jerry-key-takeaway border-primary flex flex-col rounded bg-gray-50 p-6 border-l-0\"><div class=\"flex flex-col md:block md:space-x-1\"><span class=\"has-primary-color text-lg font-semibold\">QUICK LOOK<\/span><span class=\"text-gray-900 text-base\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"jerry-block-content\" contentclassname=\"text-gray-900 text-base\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Wisconsin, you have up to two days from the date of the purchase to obtain your Wisconsin license plates and registration, but applying for temporary plates will give you more time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wisconsin temporary plates are valid for up to 90 days for in-state residents and up to 30 days for out-of-state residents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving with fraudulent temporary plates in Wisconsin can cost you a $500 fine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"temporary-plates-in-wisconsin\">Temporary plates in Wisconsin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wisconsin temporary license plates are good for up to 90 days for state residents, and in some cases, up to 30 days for non-residents\u2014or until you receive the permanent Wisconsin license plates for your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few different ways to get temporary plates in Wisconsin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>If you buy your car from a dealership: <\/strong>The dealership can issue the temporary plates for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you buy your car from a private seller:<\/strong> You can apply for temporary plates on your own.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"car-without-plates\">Can I drive a car without plates if I just bought it in Wisconsin?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wisconsin state law requires drivers to show either a permanent or temporary license plate within two business days of purchasing a vehicle. Until that deadline, you can drive your car without plates in Wisconsin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, to avoid the potential hassle of being pulled over, it\u2019s a good idea to apply for and display your temporary plates or temporary tags right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> Temporary plates aren\u2019t valid forever\u2014so be mindful of the expiration date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If law enforcement pulls you over for driving without license plates in Wisconsin, you could face a fine of up to $200, per the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving with fraudulent temporary plates in Wisconsin, on the other hand, can cost you $500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jerry-cta\"><div class=\"flex flex-col items-start gap-4 rounded-xl border border-zinc-200 px-12 py-8 md:flex-row md:items-center md:gap-14\"><div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"text-xl font-black text-gray-900\">SIMPLIFY YOUR CAR INSURANCE IN MINUTES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"flex-1\"><a href=\"\/signup\/insured?service=insurance\" class=\"bg-primary block w-full rounded-full px-14 py-2 text-center font-black text-white hover:no-underline\">Find savings now<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"temporary-license-plate-in-wisconsin\">How to get a temporary license plate in Wisconsin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re buying a car from a private seller and you\u2019re a Wisconsin resident:<\/strong> You can easily apply for your license plates online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using the state\u2019s Division of Motor Vehicles website, you can apply to transfer the vehicle\u2019s title of ownership and apply for new license plates (or apply to transfer old license plates over from another car).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you apply for new plates, the DMV will provide you with a printable temporary license plate you can display on the inside of your rear window on the driver\u2019s side. If this is impossible in your new vehicle, then it can alternatively be taped on the inside of the rear passenger window on the driver\u2019s side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you don\u2019t plan to apply for plates online:<\/strong> You can fill out the <a href=\"https:\/\/wisconsindot.gov\/Documents\/formdocs\/mv2505.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wisconsin Temporary License Plate Application <\/a>and submit it to any Wisconsin DMV service center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"temporary-license-plate-fees\">Temporary license plate fees in Wisconsin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All temporary license plate applicants:<\/strong> $5 service counter fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Car owners with a vehicle that failed the state emissions test:<\/strong> $3 for a 30-day temporary plate while the car undergoes repairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Out-of-state residents buying a vehicle in Wisconsin and driving it home:<\/strong> $3 for a 30-day temporary plate (additional $5 service fee may apply)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hobbyists who plan to use their hobby vehicles in January:<\/strong> $5 for a 5-day temporary license plate (part of special hobbyist license plate program for homemade vehicles, street mods, replica cars, and other hobbyist vehicles)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep in mind:<\/strong> You\u2019ll also need to pay a registration fee in addition to your license plate fee in order for your vehicle to be road-ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be exempt from the temporary license plate fee if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019re a Wisconsin resident whose vehicle is subject to mandatory license plate display<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re an active-duty military service member home on leave<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jerry-cta\"><div class=\"flex flex-col items-start gap-4 rounded-xl border border-zinc-200 px-12 py-8 md:flex-row md:items-center md:gap-14\"><div class=\"flex-1\"><span class=\"text-xl font-black text-gray-900\">SIMPLIFY YOUR CAR INSURANCE IN MINUTES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"flex-1\"><a href=\"\/signup\/insured?service=insurance\" class=\"bg-primary block w-full rounded-full px-14 py-2 text-center font-black text-white hover:no-underline\">Find savings now<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jerry-meet-experts\" data-wp-interactive=\"jerry\/meet-experts\" data-wp-context=\"{&quot;modalVisible&quot;:false}\">\n  <div class=\"font-circular text-2xl font-extrabold text-slate-900\">Expert-driven. 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