Missoula County Motor Vehicles

Category: Department of motor vehicles

Address: 200 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802, USA

Phone: +14062584747

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Pat Baker

Sep 19, 2022

Busy morning 45 minute wait

Lee Curran

Sep 15, 2022

In the last 4 years, there have been huge improvements in handling the lines (at least for those who embraced the digital age). The staff is still great (never had an issue as they are always friendly and courteous). The ability to get in line before you even leave home is a huge perk. The system isn't perfect but will save you time. My experience thus far has been that the estimate is often off by about 10 minutes. Compared to waiting 1-2 hours that once existed 10-minute waits are pretty awesome. Thank you to the DMV for the huge improvement in speeding up the wait.

Nancy

Aug 12, 2022

Polite and courteous staff. It wasn't very busy the day I went so everything went well.

Jim Rothermel

Jul 12, 2022

Crowded but efficient.

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Questions & Answers

What do I need for vehicle registration?

Jeffrey Corbett | Oct 1, 2018
Lee Curran | Sep 23, 2022

Always bring your driver's license and cash if you don't want an additional fee (can call and ask how much the registration is before going). If you bought from a dealership, you just have to make sure the title is at the MCMV office. They will mail you a postcard when they have it as a notification. If you are in a hurry, check back maybe 2 weeks before the temporary registration expires as the postcard can take a week after they have the title to generate and get to you. Otherwise, you just need a title that is signed by the seller and notarized. Then just make sure to check in to the line before you go. The system will give you a prompt if you need more time (running late).

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Do I need to make appointment to get new plates

Makenna Hamill | Sep 30, 2020
Dale Malloy (406Ricebox) | Sep 30, 2020

No, and appointments are usually 30+ days out.

I need to get my registration / tags renewed, but I lost the title to my car. Is there any way I can still get them renewed?

A Powell | Sep 23, 2022
Lee Curran | Sep 23, 2022

If already registered in Montana you only need a driver's license. You can also order a replacement title while you renew the tags.

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I need a new permanent stick for my ATV. mine was destroyed. How do I get a replacement?Thank you

Mark Hermann | Sep 16, 2022
Lee Curran | Sep 23, 2022

You just need to go in and bring your driver's license. I would imagine they might charge a small fee but otherwise just make sure to check in to the line before you head over to save a lot of time.

Are they open on Fridays?

David Pisauro | Sep 16, 2022
Lee Curran | Sep 23, 2022

8 AM to 4:30 PM (make sure to google them and check in to their line (either by text or web page) as that will save you a ton of time).

I sold a vehical. Do I need to contact you?

Art and Shelly Rondeau | Aug 1, 2022
Bridgette Migneault | Aug 1, 2022

Yes

Where can I get a 3 day pass to go from Montana to Washington with my car with no tabs

Joe Burbach | Sep 30, 2021
Mr Neverfall | Sep 30, 2021

Spokane has print service. Or the Governments Treasuery

What is the website I need to go to so I can license my truck?

Michelle Richards | Sep 30, 2021
Thomas Conley | Sep 30, 2021

I believe it's the department of the treasury motor vehicle licensing division

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I recently bought a new truck private sale have title how do I get it registered and get plates ?

Shaun Ross | Sep 30, 2021
Davis Gibson | Sep 30, 2021

Have u temp tagged it if not go on dmv and get one if so drop the title off in the drop at the dmv drop box down town with the front and bottom back side filled out then wait 5weeks for an orange card to come in the mail then u use the card to go online and get plate and do title by email

How do get replacement registration/tags and new plates for my truck?

rod groom | Sep 30, 2021
Kale Potter | Sep 30, 2021

You have to do everything online and threw mail on their site. I believe you can fax some things to speed up the process. Hope this helps!

Can I order new tags online

Joe Gregg | Sep 30, 2020
James Christensen | Sep 30, 2020

Probably not; Missoula County & Montana DMV are terrible. NOT Service oriented. I moved from Granite County where they are very service oriented.

What is the average wait time for a lost title to be processed?

Patrick Roskowyk | Oct 1, 2019
Janelle Dauenhauer | Oct 1, 2019

Probably 2-4 weeks. Fill out form, send in fee, gets processed in Helena, and then... you wait....

I got my car regestration tag in the mail and when i went to place on my car plate the wind took the tag. How can i get a replacement tag?

laclarktwin2 | Oct 1, 2019
Austin _______ | Oct 1, 2019

Probably appointment or walk in, but you should call and ask if they can simply mail a replacement sticker.

I purchased a used vehicle in Washington state. Today I received the title in the mail. The dealer in Washington only gave me a temporary travel permit. Do I need to make an appointment to register and transfer title to Mt and rcv a temp sticker?

Eric Bentle | Oct 1, 2019
Leslie Staal | Oct 1, 2019

You don't need an appointment. They have a great system where you sign in electronically when you arrive. You can wait or (this is an awesome feature) choose to receive a text when there are 7 people in front of you. We did this, went to lunch and got the text as we were paying our bill. Got back and waited about 15 minutes before they called us. Best service ever at a DMV office.

What do I need to do to register an out of state vehicle?

Grant Names | Oct 1, 2019
Darren Johns | Oct 1, 2019

To register, visit your County Treasurer's Office and: Complete a vehicle registration application. Show proof of insurance. Present the vehicle's title. Submit the registration certificate from your former state. Pay all fees: Vehicle registration fees, which vary based on age of vehicle and length of registration.

I just bought a boat trailer. I assume but but just want to double check that I register the trailer here. Is that correct?

Ethan Magnant | Oct 1, 2019
Darren Johns | Oct 1, 2019

You will register in whatever county you live in. So if you live in missoula county then yes you register it here.

How do I schedule an apt. For getting plates?

Mack Lee Ann | Oct 1, 2019
eric walker | Oct 1, 2019

Online or call there usually pretty good about picking up

Why did my license plate get changed when I renewed this month? I did not request this, but now I have a new plate with a new number without any explanation. The only thing that is the same is the special Audubon plate which I paid for 8 years ago.

Janet Simms | Oct 1, 2019
Darren Johns | Oct 1, 2019

They renew these because of wear and weathering. Cops need to be able to read liscense plates so the state replaces your plates periodically.

I purchased a vehicle out of state. They gave me a 3 day sticker, I can not get an appointment to get into the vehicle registration office for a month. How do I get an extension on the 3 day sticker?

Jerilyn | Oct 1, 2019
Jeff Cahill | Oct 1, 2019

You dont need an appointment, you can go wait there anytime. Well, not anytime actually. If you dont arrive within the first hour it is unlikely they will reach your ticket before closing. I go right after they open, grab a ticket, and head back to my office for several hours. Then at about noon I go back, wait a reasonable half hour and get the registration.

car is in wifes name and she passed away, how do I get the title in my name.

Thomas Shoen | Oct 1, 2018
Ivan Prindel | Oct 1, 2018

Take the death certificate to the dmv and title..

What does it cost to renew license and do you have to have an appointment?

Debra Heath | Oct 1, 2018
Kathy Hill | Oct 1, 2018

An appointment would be quicker, it can be done without it. Cost is not bad at around $20.00

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Do i need a drivers license to register my vehicle?? Or is any i.d ok?? I cant find my drivers licence

ronda Oldchief | Oct 1, 2018
James | Oct 1, 2018

Or you can use a passport

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