Providers: Various. See local phone directories or internet for providers.

Collin County will accept out of state insurance on the first visit for registration purposes.

The minimum amount of coverage required by the State of Texas is as follows (commonly referred to as "25/50/25"):

• $25,000 bodily injury of one person in one accident.
• $50,000 bodily injury of two persons in one accident.
• $25,000 property damage in one accident.

Please contact your insurance company for more information and details regarding the minimum insurance requirements for vehicles registered in the state of Texas.

Proof of Insurance is required for State Inspection, Motor Vehicle Registration, and Driver's License.

1. Ownership Evidence:
   Out of State Title, Registration Receipt, or Foreign Ownership (in the customer's name) - If the customer's name appears on the front of the title as the owner, they may have a choice to register only (RPO) or apply for Texas title and register. Most Foreign vehicles must be titled, according to the customs papers. We recommend that you apply for Texas title because some states purge vehicle records and do not replace lost or stolen titles.
   
   Out of State Title, MCO (Mfg Certificate of Origin), Foreign Ownership or Transfer by Law* (properly assigned when changing owner - If the customer's name DOES NOT appear on the front of the title or has not been titled in another state, it must be transferred at this time. Registration Purposes Only (RPO) is not an option.
   
   *Transfer by Law would include (but not limited to) court orders, police auctions, heirship, storage liens, etc.
   
   
2. Proof of Insurance: Must be in the owner's name for the vehicle to be registered.
   
   Out of State insurance accepted on the first visit to Collin County for registration purposes. Contact the insurance company to obtain Texas minimums.
   
   
3. Inspection Form: VI-30-A (green, blue, or white)
   
   The Dept of Public Safety-State Inspection station will verify the Vehicle Id number, test for safety, and test the emissions of the vehicle. The original verification form must be brought to the Tax Office for registration and title.
   
   
4. Application for Texas Title: 130-U, completed and signed
   
   If Registration Purposes Only, an agent or co-owner may sign the application form VTR-272. Form can be downloaded from Texas Department of Transportation. All social security numbers for owner and co-owner are required.
   
   When applying for Texas title, all applicants must sign the 130-U or have authority (POA, etc.) to allow an agent to sign for the applicant. Forms can be downloaded from Texas Department of Transportation. All forms must be original or certified copy. All signatures must be original.
   
   
5. Lien Information (if applicable)
   
   If the current owner has a lien on the vehicle, please include information on 130-U. (full name of financial institution, address, and the beginning date of lien.)
   
   
6. Release of Lien (if applicable)
   
   If the lien is paid in full and the customer is transferring to Texas title, the lien will be carried forward unless a release of lien is presented.
   
   If a vehicle is changing owner and the seller had a lien, it should be signed off on the out of state title as paid or a separate release of lien must be presented.
   
   
7. Foreign Vehicle: Customs Papers (if applicable)
   
   A foreign vehicle requires additional paperwork: The customs form HS-7 or Bond release letter from TxDot, as well as the form 68-A ( for inspection by theft department).
   
   
8. Supporting Evidence (if applicable)
   
   Out of state commercial vehicles will require a weight slip if the empty weight is not shown on the title. Other supporting evidence could be required on an individual basis. This could include a Power of Attorney to allow an agent to sign documents, Federal odometer statement required on MCO, Repossession Affidavit when repossessed, a Dealer Reassignment if assignments are filled on title, etc.
   
   
9. Fees Payment: Cash is required on the first visit to Collin County until a driver's license can be obtained. The license is last in the sequence.
   
   No Change in Ownership: New Resident fees include $33.00 application fee, $90.00 new resident tax, and registration fees, which will vary.
   
   Standard Passenger Vehicles:

   2006 and newer	$195.30
   2003 thru 2005	$187.30
   2002 and older	$177.30

   Trucks, trailers, motorhomes and buses are based on weight. Contact the office for fees.
   
   Change in Ownership: The title transfer fees include tax, title, and license. Tax of 6.25% is due on either the SPV (Standard Presumptive Value, posted on this site: www.txdot.gov), or the purchase price of a vehicle; or on the certified appraisal value. The applicant may qualify for another type of tax or may be eligible for an exemption or credit. Legislative changes, effective October 1, 2006, changed the way we calculate motor vehicle sales and use tax on used vehicles to a private party. Please contact the office to determine the type of sale and the tax due. The title fee is $33.00, and the registration fees vary. Contact the office for the applicable fees. Penalty fees may apply if the title is not transferred within 20 county working days from the date of sale or entry into Texas.
   
   
10. Forms
    
    A completed and signed application for Texas title, Form 130-U, is required for all new residents. Social Security numbers of all applicants are required on this form. Other forms may be required. Forms can be faxed on demand from 1-888-232-7033, or downloaded from the Texas Department of Transportation website.