Need to renew your driver's license? Look up information on a bus? Find answers here to all your questions about getting around in North Carolina.
Left Child Paragraph Find everything you need to drive in North Carolina, from getting and renewing a license to registering your car. Middle Child Paragraph A daily necessity for many, public transportation also provides numerous benefits, including reduced traffic congestion, improved environmental health and more transit options. Right Child Paragraph Whether it's a daily commute to work or a relaxed drive on one of North Carolina's scenic byways, the NC Department of Transportation provides real-time traffic conditions, roadside assistance, and other resources to help drivers safely get to where they want to be.Driving & Motor Vehicles
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Left Child Paragraph Boaters can explore more than 5,000 miles of North Carolina waters. Find a boat ramp near you. Title and register your vessel. Get information on regulations and safety requirements here. Middle Child Paragraph The NC Division of Motor Vehicles offers current and retired personnel of the U.S. Armed Forces convenient options for renewing vehicle registrations, driver licenses as well as active-duty military and veteran designations. DMV»Offices & Services»Online Services»Renew Registration & Plates Expand Renew Registration & Plates Reload Page View Site Map Email NCDOT Page Content Use this service only if you are paying your combined vehicle registration and property tax bill (Tag & Tax Together). To pay property taxes associated with a limited registration plate, click here. The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles uses an online service, called PayIt, that allows you to take advantage of completing multiple services in one secure transaction. PayIt collects a $3 fee per online transaction that it uses to deliver quality services more efficiently with no upfront costs to NCDMV. The State of North Carolina does not collect or benefit from the transaction fee. Check out some frequently asked questions for more information about PayIt and how to use the service. The State of North Carolina does not collect or benefit from the transaction fee. If you prefer not to pay the convenience fee, you can visit a local license plate agency or mail the payment into the address listed on the notice.Boating
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