How do I transfer my license and car after moving in South Carolina?
Reviewed 2026-10-01 · Source: South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
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Just moved to South Carolina? Driver license deadline: 45 days of moving to the state. Vehicle title and registration deadline: 45 days.
Starting fee
Eight-year driver's license $25
Where
Online or in person
Steps
6 steps
- Know your deadlines: Driver license: 45 days of moving to the state. Vehicle title and registration: 45 days.
- Within 45 days, visit an SCDMV branch with proof of identity, citizenship, SSN and SC address:
- Surrender your out-of-state license and pass a vision test:
- Update your insurance with your new SC address:
- Pay county property tax on the vehicle:
- Register at SCDMV with Form 400, your out-of-state title/registration and ID:
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Fees
| Fees on the official pageConfirm current amounts with the agency | Eight-year driver's license $25 |
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Moving to SC - License | SCDMV · South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles · reviewed 2026-10-01
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