{"id":31341,"date":"2024-11-11T17:59:04","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T01:59:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getjerry.com\/wp-site\/?p=31341"},"modified":"2024-11-23T07:48:00","modified_gmt":"2024-11-23T15:48:00","slug":"north-carolina-temporary-license-plate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jerry.ai\/dmv\/north-carolina-temporary-license-plate\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Temporary License Plate in North Carolina"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In North Carolina, you can visit the DMV to get a temporary license plate that lasts for up to 10 days. The temporary plate application will cost $10.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you just bought a top-notch car or purchased one pre-owned, we\u2019re sure that you\u2019re dying to get behind the wheel and take it for a spin. In North Carolina, you can drive your new car without permanent plates\u2014as long as you have a temporary plate from the DMV!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though North Carolina\u2019s temporary plate laws can get a little tricky, we&#8217;re here to simplify them for you. We\u2019ll give you the inside scoop on the whole process: how to get temporary plates in North Carolina, whether they\u2019re any good, and where you can find affordable <a href=\"\/car-insurance\/\">car insurance<\/a> for your sweet ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-separator-jerry-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more: <\/strong><a href=\"\/car-insurance\/north-carolina\/\">How to find cheap North Carolina car insurance<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-separator-jerry-default\"\/>\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=\"does-north-carolina-issue-temporary-plates\">Does North Carolina issue temporary plates?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Though North Carolina\u2019s temporary plates don\u2019t last as long as the plates in other states, you can still get a 10-day temporary plate from one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncdot.gov\/dmv\/offices-services\/locate-dmv-office\/Pages\/dmv-offices.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NC DMV\u2019s license plate agencies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re waiting on the transfer of your car\u2019s title, a temporary plate will give you the chance to drive your car on any North Carolina roads in the meantime. Remember to check out North Carolina\u2019s assortment of license plates so that you find the perfect design when you get your permanent plate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do temporary North Carolina license plates work well?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>North Carolina\u2019s temporary plates are a great way to operate your vehicle while you wait for your long-term plates to arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some states, like <a href=\"\/car-insurance\/texas\/\">Texas<\/a>, have had issues with the fraudulent use of temporary plates, but North Carolina has done a fantastic job of cracking down on fraud. Still, if you notice somebody using a fake plate (or if you have another DMV-related issue!), be sure to file a complaint with the NC DMV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"temporary-license-plate-in-north-carolina\">How to get a temporary license plate in North Carolina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get a license plate for the first time, you\u2019ll need to pay a visit to a North Carolina <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncdot.gov\/dmv\/offices-services\/locate-dmv-office\/Pages\/dmv-offices.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">license plate agency<\/a>. If you come across a website that is offering temporary plates, be wary\u2014it\u2019s probably a scam!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Temporary registration permits in North Carolina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though the NC DMV doesn&#8217;t list the exact requirements for temporary plate applications, we\u2019ll break down a list of things you should bring to make the process as stress-free as possible. Have these items handy when you visit the licensing office:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your North Carolina driver\u2019s license<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your vehicle\u2019s make, model, and VIN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of ownership (a bill of sale, registration card, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$10 for your application (and, in some cases, a $5 cash fee)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about the process, reach out to the NC DMV at (919) 715-7000 and they\u2019ll be happy to help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In special cases, you might be able to get a 30-day temporary tag or extend the length of your 10-day tag. If you still haven\u2019t gotten your permanent plates after 10 days, visit your local licensing office or call the NC DMV and they\u2019ll walk you through your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I drive a car without plates if I just bought it in North Carolina?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you have a temporary plate, you can drive your car right after you buy it\u2014no permanent plates required!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, once your temporary plate has expired, it\u2019s illegal to drive your car without plates. It\u2019s best to get the ball rolling as soon as you can on your permanent plates! That way, you don\u2019t have to worry about added fines or driver\u2019s license points on your record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"find-affordable-car-insurance-in-North-Carolina\">How to find affordable car insurance in North Carolina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From that new car smell to your first test drive, the car-buying process has plenty of exciting moments. For most people, shopping for insurance isn\u2019t one of them\u2014unless they have <a href=\"\/signup\/\">Jerry<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jerry is a revolutionary insurance shopping app that gets you the lowest prices in the blink of an eye. Over two million people have found their car insurance using Jerry\u2014and it\u2019s super easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just download the app, sign up in 45 seconds, and let Jerry deliver the best quotes on the market directly to your phone. Best of all, we\u2019ll even help you switch policies and get started on the road to serious insurance savings: the average Jerry driver saves over $800 on car insurance each year.<\/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<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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